Serving 682 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Providence Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 682 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Providence Elementary serves the northern part of Richmond, VA, encompassing an area of approximately 6.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Providence Elementary School's student population of 682 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
682 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Year Founded
1986
School Rankings
Providence Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Providence Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1337 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-39%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
8%
Hispanic
21%
20%
Black
33%
21%
White
33%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.9%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Providence Elementary School's ranking?
Providence Elementary School is ranked #1337 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Providence Elementary School?
682 students attend Providence Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Providence Elementary School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Providence Elementary School?
Providence Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Providence Elementary School offer ?
Providence Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Providence Elementary School part of?
Providence Elementary School is part of Chesterfield County School District.
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