Ward Elementary School serves 469 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 was lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 56% of the student body (majority Black), which was equal to the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
469 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
2%
20%
Black
49%
21%
White
44%
44%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Ward Elementary School?
469 students attend Ward Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Ward Elementary School students are Black, 44% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ward Elementary School?
Ward Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ward Elementary School offer ?
Ward Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Ward Elementary School part of?
Ward Elementary School is part of Henrico County Public Schools.
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