Serving 172 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Swansboro 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 172 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Swansboro Elementary serves a 0.6 square mile area in the southern part of Richmond, VA, with most families typically within a 5-10 minute drive to the school. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is approximately 0.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Swansboro Elementary School's student population of 172 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
172 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Swansboro 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 Swansboro Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#1681 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-59%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
27%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Black
66%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
4%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.8%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. View full 16-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Swansboro Elementary School's ranking?
Swansboro Elementary School is ranked #1681 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Swansboro Elementary School often compared to?
Swansboro Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Overby-sheppard Elementary School, Southampton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Swansboro Elementary School?
172 students attend Swansboro Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Swansboro Elementary School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Swansboro Elementary School?
Swansboro Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Swansboro Elementary School offer ?
Swansboro Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Swansboro Elementary School part of?
Swansboro Elementary School is part of Richmond City School District.
In what neighborhood is Swansboro Elementary School located?
Swansboro Elementary School is located in the Swansboro West neighborhood of Richmond, VA.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
SWANSBORO IS AN AWFUL SCHOOL. THERE IS VERY LIMITED TO NO SUPERVISION OF THE CHILDREN. THE TEACHERS ARE ABUSIVE. THE PRINCIPAL IS OBLIVIOUS. THE HALLWAYS SMELL. IT IS NOT HANDICAPPED ACCESSABLE. THEY ARE RUDE AND DISRESPECTFUL. DON'T ENROLE YOUR KIDS THERE.
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