Providence Elementary School

11001 W. Providence Rd.
Richmond, VA 23236
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 641 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 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 641 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 64%
  • : Bottom 50% in VA
  • : 60% (Btm 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Providence Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Providence Elementary School's student population of 641 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
641 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 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 0.73, 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.
This School
State Level (VA)
#1337 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
60%
68%
(20-21)
55-59%
69%
(20-21)
30-39%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
8%
Hispanic
21%
19%
Black
31%
22%
White
36%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.73
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
11%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

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?
641 students attend Providence Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Providence Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 8% 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 Public Schools.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 641 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 64%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 60% (Btm 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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