Serving 1,292 students in grades 9-12, Richmond High School For The Arts 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,292 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 40% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richmond High School For The Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Richmond High School For The Arts's student population of 1,292 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,292 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Richmond High School For The Arts ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richmond High School For The Arts is 0.53, 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
#1734 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)10-14%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15-19%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
59%
19%
Black
36%
22%
White
3%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richmond High School For The Arts's ranking?
Richmond High School For The Arts is ranked #1734 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Richmond High School For The Arts often compared to?
Richmond High School For The Artsis often viewed alongside schools like Huguenot High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Richmond High School For The Arts?
The graduation rate of Richmond High School For The Arts is 40%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Richmond High School For The Arts?
1,292 students attend Richmond High School For The Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Richmond High School For The Arts students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richmond High School For The Arts?
Richmond High School For The Arts has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Richmond High School For The Arts offer ?
Richmond High School For The Arts offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Richmond High School For The Arts part of?
Richmond High School For The Arts is part of Richmond City School District.
In what neighborhood is Richmond High School For The Arts located?
Richmond High School For The Arts is located in the Northrop neighborhood of Richmond, VA. There are 1 other public schools located in Northrop.
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