Serving 142 students in grades 6-12, Richmond Alternative ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 36:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 142 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 36:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 64% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richmond Alternative ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Richmond Alternative's student population of 142 students has declined by 87% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
142 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Richmond Alternative ranks within the top 30% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richmond Alternative is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#425 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
36:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
5%
18%
Black
93%
22%
White
1%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
64%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richmond Alternative's ranking?
Richmond Alternative is ranked #425 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Richmond Alternative often compared to?
Richmond Alternativeis often viewed alongside schools like Mountain View High School, Carver College And Career Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Richmond Alternative?
The graduation rate of Richmond Alternative is 64%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Richmond Alternative?
142 students attend Richmond Alternative.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Richmond Alternative students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richmond Alternative?
Richmond Alternative has a student ration of 36:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Richmond Alternative offer ?
Richmond Alternative offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Richmond Alternative part of?
Richmond Alternative is part of Richmond City PBLC Schs School District.
In what neighborhood is Richmond Alternative located?
Richmond Alternative is located in the Jackson Ward neighborhood of Richmond, VA.
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