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G.h. Reid Elementary School

1301 Whitehead Rd
Richmond, VA 23225
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 660 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, G.h. Reid Elementary School 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 38% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 660 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : Bottom 50% in VA
  • : 38% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : <50% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

G.h. Reid Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

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School Overview

G.h. Reid Elementary School's student population of 660 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
660 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1958
School Calendar

School Rankings

G.h. Reid Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of G.h. Reid Elementary School is 0.50, 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.
This School
State Level (VA)
#1748 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
38%
68%
(20-21)
15-19%
69%
(20-21)
<50%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
61%
19%
Black
37%
22%
White
1%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.50
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is G.h. Reid Elementary School's ranking?
G.h. Reid Elementary School is ranked #1748 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are G.h. Reid Elementary School often compared to?
G.h. Reid Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairfield Court Elementary School, Barack Obama Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend G.h. Reid Elementary School?
660 students attend G.h. Reid Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of G.h. Reid Elementary School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of G.h. Reid Elementary School?
G.h. Reid Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does G.h. Reid Elementary School offer ?
G.h. Reid Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is G.h. Reid Elementary School part of?
G.h. Reid Elementary School is part of Richmond City 51爆料s.
In what neighborhood is G.h. Reid Elementary School located?
G.h. Reid Elementary School is located in the South Richmond neighborhood of Richmond, VA. There are 3 other public schools located in South Richmond.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 660 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 38% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : <50% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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