The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 87%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 89%).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Math Proficiency: 70-74%
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
n/a
Total Students (09-10)
292 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)70-74%
87%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)80-89%
89%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Asian
(09-10)3%
7%
Hispanic
(09-10)6%
10%
Black
(09-10)66%
26%
White
(09-10)25%
57%
Hawaiian
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Eligible for Free Lunch (09-10)
71%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 87% VA state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 89% VA state average).
How many students attend Academy At Virginia Randolph?
292 students attend Academy At Virginia Randolph.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Academy At Virginia Randolph students are Black, 25% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What school district is Academy At Virginia Randolph part of?
Academy At Virginia Randolph is part of Henrico County School District.
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