Richmond city Schools & Education
Richmond city, Virginia
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
32/100
Higher = better
Rating
Below Average
Graduation Rate
67.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
67.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 89.0%
Per-Pupil Spending
$7,961
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,941
School Score
32/100
Higher = better
State avg 54/100
Student-Teacher Ratio
N/A
National avg 15.8 : 1
Free Lunch (Median)
N/A
National median 48.2%
State School Rank
#124
of 127 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Richmond city
School Verdict
Richmond city faces educational challenges with a school score of 32/100 and a graduation rate of 67.0%, falling below typical benchmarks.
Funding Context
At $7,961 per pupil, Richmond city operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Richmond city is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 41% below the Virginia average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 22.0 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 0% higher than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Richmond city, Virginia
The Extensive Urban Network of Richmond
Richmond City operates a large network of 58 public schools, including 26 elementary and 10 high schools. Over 20,383 students are enrolled across six different school districts.
Navigating Urban Educational Challenges
The city faces performance challenges with a 67.0% graduation rate, significantly lower than the national average of 87.0%. Despite this, the per-pupil expenditure of $7,961 remains in line with the state average of $7,941.
Richmond City Public Schools Dominance
The primary district, Richmond City Public Schools, serves 21,130 students across 53 facilities. Two charter schools operate within the city, representing a 3.4% share of the total school landscape.
Purely Urban Education Settings
Every school in the system is located in a city locale, with an average enrollment of 443 students per school. Large high schools like Huguenot (1,551 students) and George Wythe (1,309 students) define the scale of the city's secondary education.
Relocating to Richmond's City Schools
With dozens of elementary schools and diverse charter options, Richmond offers a variety of urban educational pathways. Research individual school scores to find the right neighborhood fit for your family's needs.
School Overview
Total Schools
58
in Richmond city
Total Enrollment
20,383
students
School Districts
6
districts
Charter Schools
2
3% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
6 School Districts in Richmond city
Richmond City Public Schools
Medical College of Virginia
MCV-Virginia Treatment Center For Children
Maggie L. Walker Governor's School
Department of Juvenile Justice -Education Div
CodeRVA Regional High School
58 Public Schools in Richmond city
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HUGUENOT HIGH | Richmond City Public Schools | 9–12 | High | 1,551 |
| GEORGE WYTHE HIGH | Richmond City Public Schools | 9–12 | High | 1,309 |
| RIVER CITY MIDDLE | Richmond City Public Schools | 6–8 | Middle | 1,180 |
| Cardinal Elementary | Richmond City Public Schools | PK–5 | Primary | 871 |
| THOMAS JEFFERSON HIGH | Richmond City Public Schools | 9–12 | High | 816 |
| G.H. Reid Elementary | Richmond City Public Schools | PK–5 | Primary | 637 |
| Broad Rock Elementary | Richmond City Public Schools | PK–5 | Primary | 634 |
| THOMAS C. BOUSHALL MIDDLE | Richmond City Public Schools | 6–8 | Middle | 611 |
| JOHN MARSHALL HIGH | Richmond City Public Schools | 9–12 | High | 600 |
| Oak Grove/Bellemeade Elementary | Richmond City Public Schools | PK–5 | Primary | 594 |
| Miles Jones Elementary | Richmond City Public Schools | PK–5 | Primary | 559 |
| LUCILLE M. BROWN MIDDLE | Richmond City Public Schools | 6–8 | Middle | 543 |
| J.L. Francis Elementary | Richmond City Public Schools | PK–5 | Primary | 536 |
| MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. MIDDLE | Richmond City Public Schools | 6–8 | Middle | 501 |
| Henry Marsh III Elementary | Richmond City Public Schools | PK–5 | Primary | 493 |
| ALBERT HILL MIDDLE | Richmond City Public Schools | 6–8 | Middle | 453 |
| BINFORD MIDDLE | Richmond City Public Schools | 6–8 | Middle | 452 |
| Mary Munford Elementary | Richmond City Public Schools | PK–5 | Primary | 433 |
| Southampton Elementary | Richmond City Public Schools | PK–5 | Primary | 432 |
| HENDERSON MIDDLE | Richmond City Public Schools | 6–8 | Middle | 430 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$7,961
State avg $7,941
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Richmond city, Virginia — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Richmond city, Virginia?
Richmond City operates a large network of 58 public schools, including 26 elementary and 10 high schools. Over 20,383 students are enrolled across six different school districts.
How do schools in Richmond city perform academically?
The city faces performance challenges with a 67.0% graduation rate, significantly lower than the national average of 87.0%. Despite this, the per-pupil expenditure of $7,961 remains in line with the state average of $7,941.
What are the major school districts in Richmond city, Virginia?
The primary district, Richmond City Public Schools, serves 21,130 students across 53 facilities. Two charter schools operate within the city, representing a 3.4% share of the total school landscape.
What is the school experience like in Richmond city?
Every school in the system is located in a city locale, with an average enrollment of 443 students per school. Large high schools like Huguenot (1,551 students) and George Wythe (1,309 students) define the scale of the city's secondary education.
How can I find homes near good schools in Richmond city, Virginia?
With dozens of elementary schools and diverse charter options, Richmond offers a variety of urban educational pathways. Research individual school scores to find the right neighborhood fit for your family's needs.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.