Serving 433 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mary Munford Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 60-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 433 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mary Munford Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mary Munford Elementary School's student population of 433 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
433 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mary Munford Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mary Munford Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#652 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-79%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-79%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
6%
19%
Black
9%
22%
White
76%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mary Munford Elementary School's ranking?
Mary Munford Elementary School is ranked #652 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Mary Munford Elementary School often compared to?
Mary Munford Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tuckahoe Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Mary Munford Elementary School?
433 students attend Mary Munford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Mary Munford Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mary Munford Elementary School?
Mary Munford Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mary Munford Elementary School offer ?
Mary Munford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Mary Munford Elementary School part of?
Mary Munford Elementary School is part of Richmond City School District.
In what neighborhood is Mary Munford Elementary School located?
Mary Munford Elementary School is located in the Mary Munford neighborhood of Richmond, VA.
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