Vernon Johns School serves 542 students in grades 6-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 was equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 97% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
542 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
4%
19%
Black
93%
22%
White
3%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Petersburg City Public Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Vernon Johns School?
542 students attend Vernon Johns School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Vernon Johns School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vernon Johns School?
Vernon Johns School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Vernon Johns School offer ?
Vernon Johns School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Vernon Johns School part of?
Vernon Johns School is part of Petersburg City Public Schools.
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