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Harold Macon Ratcliffe Elementary School

2901 Thalen St
Richmond, VA 23223
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Serving 392 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Harold Macon Ratcliffe 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 36% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower 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 56% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 392 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : Bottom 50% in VA
  • : 36% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Harold Macon Ratcliffe Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

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School Overview

Harold Macon Ratcliffe Elementary School's student population of 392 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
392 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers

School Rankings

Harold Macon Ratcliffe Elementary School 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 Harold Macon Ratcliffe Elementary School is 0.22, 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)
#1764 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(22-23)
36%
68%
(20-21)
30-34%
69%
(20-21)
≤10%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
7%
19%
Black
88%
22%
White
1%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.22
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
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 Harold Macon Ratcliffe Elementary School's ranking?
Harold Macon Ratcliffe Elementary School is ranked #1764 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Harold Macon Ratcliffe Elementary School?
392 students attend Harold Macon Ratcliffe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Harold Macon Ratcliffe Elementary School students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harold Macon Ratcliffe Elementary School?
Harold Macon Ratcliffe Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harold Macon Ratcliffe Elementary School offer ?
Harold Macon Ratcliffe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harold Macon Ratcliffe Elementary School part of?
Harold Macon Ratcliffe Elementary School is part of Henrico County School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 392 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 36% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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