Serving 475 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ruby F. Carver Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher 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 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ruby F. Carver Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ruby F. Carver Elementary School's student population of 475 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
475 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Ruby F. Carver 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 Ruby F. Carver Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#1121 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-49%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
8%
Hispanic
17%
19%
Black
23%
22%
White
48%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ruby F. Carver Elementary School's ranking?
Ruby F. Carver Elementary School is ranked #1121 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?
71% 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 Ruby F. Carver Elementary School?
475 students attend Ruby F. Carver Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Ruby F. Carver Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ruby F. Carver Elementary School?
Ruby F. Carver Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ruby F. Carver Elementary School offer ?
Ruby F. Carver Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ruby F. Carver Elementary School part of?
Ruby F. Carver Elementary School is part of Henrico County School District.
In what neighborhood is Ruby F. Carver Elementary School located?
Ruby F. Carver Elementary School is located in the Tuckahoe Village neighborhood of Henrico, VA.
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