Serving 277 students in grades 6-12, Richmond Alternative 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 277 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 11-19% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richmond Alternative School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Richmond Alternative School's student population of 277 students has declined by 91% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 560% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
277 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Richmond Alternative 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 Richmond Alternative School is 0.47, which is less 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
#1112 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)82%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)77%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
29%
20%
Black
67%
21%
White
1%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
11-19%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)64.3%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richmond Alternative School's ranking?
Richmond Alternative School is ranked #1112 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Richmond Alternative School often compared to?
Richmond Alternative Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carver College And Career Academy, Mountain View High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Richmond Alternative School?
The graduation rate of Richmond Alternative School is 11-19%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Richmond Alternative School?
277 students attend Richmond Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Richmond Alternative School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richmond Alternative School?
Richmond Alternative School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Richmond Alternative School offer ?
Richmond Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Richmond Alternative School part of?
Richmond Alternative School is part of Richmond City School District.
In what neighborhood is Richmond Alternative School located?
Richmond Alternative School is located in the Jackson Ward neighborhood of Richmond, VA.
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