Serving 367 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, William Fox 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 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (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 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: William Fox Elementary serves the northern part of Richmond, VA, covering an area of approximately 2.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of about 1.1 miles to the zone edge and a maximum distance of 1.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
William Fox Elementary School's student population of 367 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
367 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
William Fox 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 William Fox Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#1431 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-29%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
38%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
43%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.6%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. View full 16-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red & White
School Mascot
A Fox
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is William Fox Elementary School's ranking?
William Fox Elementary School is ranked #1431 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are William Fox Elementary School often compared to?
William Fox Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lois Harrison-jones Elementary School, Mary Munford Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend William Fox Elementary School?
367 students attend William Fox Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of William Fox Elementary School students are White, 38% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William Fox Elementary School?
William Fox Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does William Fox Elementary School offer ?
William Fox Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is William Fox Elementary School part of?
William Fox Elementary School is part of Richmond City School District.
In what neighborhood is William Fox Elementary School located?
William Fox Elementary School is located in the The Fan District neighborhood of Richmond, VA. There are 1 other public schools located in The Fan District.
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