For the 2024 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,987 students in 23224, VA (there are 3 private schools, serving 176 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 23224, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 23224, VA are Swansboro Elementary School, Blackwell Elementary School and J.l. Francis Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 23224 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Virginia public school average of 54%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 23224, VA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public school average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23224, VA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Swansboro Elementary School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3160 Midlothian Tnpk
Richmond, VA 23224
(804) 780-5030
Richmond, VA 23224
(804) 780-5030
Grades: PK-5
| 161 students
Rank: #22.
Blackwell Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1600 Everett St
Richmond, VA 23224
(804) 780-5078
Richmond, VA 23224
(804) 780-5078
Grades: PK-5
| 377 students
Rank: #33.
J.l. Francis Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5146 Snead Rd
Richmond, VA 23224
(804) 745-3702
Richmond, VA 23224
(804) 745-3702
Grades: PK-5
| 534 students
Rank: #44.
Cardinal Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1745 Catalina Dr
Richmond, VA 23224
(804) 780-5082
Richmond, VA 23224
(804) 780-5082
Grades: PK-5
| 854 students
Rank: #55.
River City Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6300 Hull Street Rd
Richmond, VA 23224
(804) 272-7554
Richmond, VA 23224
(804) 272-7554
Grades: 6-8
| 1,515 students
Rank: #66.
Oak Grove/bellemeade Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2200 Ingram St
Richmond, VA 23224
(804) 780-5008
Richmond, VA 23224
(804) 780-5008
Grades: PK-5
| 546 students
23224, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
6300 Hull Street Rd
Richmond, VA 23224
(804) 745-3600
Richmond, VA 23224
(804) 745-3600
Grades: 6-8
| 483 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 23224, VA?
The top ranked public schools in 23224, VA include Swansboro Elementary School, Blackwell Elementary School and J.l. Francis Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 23224, VA?
6 public schools are located in 23224, VA.
What percentage of students in 23224, VA go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 23224, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 23224, VA?
23224, VA public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public schools average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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