Serving 274 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Barack Obama 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 55-59% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barack Obama Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Barack Obama Elementary School's student population of 274 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
274 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1922
School Calendar
School Motto
Shine Like the Star You Are!
School Rankings
Barack Obama 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 Barack Obama Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#1589 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-29%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
3%
20%
Black
73%
21%
White
18%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Richmond City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barack Obama Elementary School's ranking?
Barack Obama Elementary School is ranked #1589 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Barack Obama Elementary School often compared to?
Barack Obama Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George W. Carver Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Barack Obama Elementary School?
274 students attend Barack Obama Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Barack Obama Elementary School students are Black, 18% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barack Obama Elementary School?
Barack Obama Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Barack Obama Elementary School offer ?
Barack Obama Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Barack Obama Elementary School part of?
Barack Obama Elementary School is part of Richmond City School District.
In what neighborhood is Barack Obama Elementary School located?
Barack Obama Elementary School is located in the North Side neighborhood of Richmond, VA. There are 5 other public schools located in North Side.
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