Serving 152 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Swansboro 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (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 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 152 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Swansboro Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Swansboro Elementary School's student population of 152 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
152 students
![This chart displays total students of Swansboro Elementary School by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data. This chart displays total students of Swansboro Elementary School by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.](http://images3.publicschoolreview.com/charts/total_students/85000/85367/swansboro-elementary-school-chart-4vWVD7.png)
Gender %
![This chart displays gender of Swansboro Elementary School This chart displays gender of Swansboro Elementary School](http://images3.publicschoolreview.com/charts/gender/85000/85367/swansboro-elementary-school-chart-PnNetc.png)
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
![This chart displays the total teachers of Swansboro Elementary School by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data. This chart displays the total teachers of Swansboro Elementary School by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.](http://images3.publicschoolreview.com/charts/total_teachers/85000/85367/swansboro-elementary-school-chart-YHTRu3.png)
Students by Grade
![This chart displays the students of Swansboro Elementary School by grade. This chart displays the students of Swansboro Elementary School by grade.](http://images3.publicschoolreview.com/charts/students_by_grade/85000/85367/swansboro-elementary-school-chart-bgsyfIA.png)
School Rankings
Swansboro 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 Swansboro Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#1655 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
![This chart displays the overall school rank of Swansboro Elementary School, with the latest 2021-22 school year data. This chart displays the overall school rank of Swansboro Elementary School, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.](http://images3.publicschoolreview.com/charts/overall_school_rank/85000/85367/swansboro-elementary-school-chart-AcOB3i.png)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
54%
![This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Swansboro Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Virginia by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data. This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Swansboro Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Virginia by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.](http://images3.publicschoolreview.com/charts/math_percent/85000/85367/swansboro-elementary-school-chart-L07XfP.png)
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-59%
69%
![This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Swansboro Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Virginia by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data. This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Swansboro Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Virginia by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.](http://images3.publicschoolreview.com/charts/rla_percent/85000/85367/swansboro-elementary-school-chart-BW1kf6.png)
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
![This chart displays the student teacher ratio of Swansboro Elementary School and the public school average student teacher ratio of Virginia by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data. This chart displays the student teacher ratio of Swansboro Elementary School and the public school average student teacher ratio of Virginia by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.](http://images3.publicschoolreview.com/charts/teacher_student_ratio/85000/85367/swansboro-elementary-school-chart-j4gMZG.png)
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
![This chart displays the percentage of Asian students in Swansboro Elementary School and the percentage of Asian public school students in Virginia by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data. This chart displays the percentage of Asian students in Swansboro Elementary School and the percentage of Asian public school students in Virginia by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.](http://images3.publicschoolreview.com/charts/asian_islander_ethnicity/85000/85367/swansboro-elementary-school-chart-bv3w8Bv.png)
Hispanic
25%
19%
![This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Swansboro Elementary School and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in Virginia by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data. This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Swansboro Elementary School and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in Virginia by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.](http://images3.publicschoolreview.com/charts/hispanic_students_ethnicity/85000/85367/swansboro-elementary-school-chart-bkfDmX8.png)
Black
69%
22%
![This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Swansboro Elementary School and the percentage of Black public school students in Virginia by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data. This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Swansboro Elementary School and the percentage of Black public school students in Virginia by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.](http://images3.publicschoolreview.com/charts/black_students_ethnicity/85000/85367/swansboro-elementary-school-chart-fGRFNQ.png)
White
4%
44%
![This chart displays the percentage of White students in Swansboro Elementary School and the percentage of White public school students in Virginia by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data. This chart displays the percentage of White students in Swansboro Elementary School and the percentage of White public school students in Virginia by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.](http://images3.publicschoolreview.com/charts/white_students_ethnicity/85000/85367/swansboro-elementary-school-chart-b3dQNaJ.png)
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
7%
![This chart displays the percentage of students of two or more races in Swansboro Elementary School and the percentage of public school students of two or more races in Virginia by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data. This chart displays the percentage of students of two or more races in Swansboro Elementary School and the percentage of public school students of two or more races in Virginia by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.](http://images3.publicschoolreview.com/charts/two_or_more_races_students_ethnicity/85000/85367/swansboro-elementary-school-chart-HDsPUf.png)
All Ethnic Groups
![This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Swansboro Elementary School. This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Swansboro Elementary School.](http://images3.publicschoolreview.com/charts/school_ethnicity/85000/85367/swansboro-elementary-school-chart-uRQiDL.png)
![This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Virginia. This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Virginia.](http://images3.publicschoolreview.com/charts/state_ethnicity_school/85000/85367/swansboro-elementary-school-chart-6p94pP.png)
![This chart displays the diversity score of Swansboro Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Virginia by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data. This chart displays the diversity score of Swansboro Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Virginia by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.](http://images3.publicschoolreview.com/charts/diversity_score/85000/85367/swansboro-elementary-school-chart-beyL7j3.png)
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
55%
![This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Swansboro Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Virginia by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data. This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Swansboro Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Virginia by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.](http://images3.publicschoolreview.com/charts/freelunch_students/85000/85367/swansboro-elementary-school-chart-lxJvCM.png)
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
6%
![This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Swansboro Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Virginia by year, with the latest 2013-14 school year data. This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Swansboro Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Virginia by year, with the latest 2013-14 school year data.](http://images3.publicschoolreview.com/charts/reduced_pricelunch_students/85000/85367/swansboro-elementary-school-chart-bc5iY96.png)
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated:
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Swansboro Elementary School's ranking?
Swansboro Elementary School is ranked #1655 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Swansboro Elementary School often compared to?
Swansboro Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southampton Elementary School, Overby-sheppard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Swansboro Elementary School?
152 students attend Swansboro Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Swansboro Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Swansboro Elementary School?
Swansboro Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Swansboro Elementary School offer ?
Swansboro Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Swansboro Elementary School part of?
Swansboro Elementary School is part of Richmond City School District.
In what neighborhood is Swansboro Elementary School located?
Swansboro Elementary School is located in the Swansboro West neighborhood of Richmond, VA.
School Reviews
2 8/8/2011
SWANSBORO IS AN AWFUL SCHOOL. THERE IS VERY LIMITED TO NO SUPERVISION OF THE CHILDREN. THE TEACHERS ARE ABUSIVE. THE PRINCIPAL IS OBLIVIOUS. THE HALLWAYS SMELL. IT IS NOT HANDICAPPED ACCESSABLE. THEY ARE RUDE AND DISRESPECTFUL. DON'T ENROLE YOUR KIDS THERE.
Review Swansboro Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
![Understanding the U.S. Department of Education: Structure, Impact, and Evolution Understanding the U.S. Department of Education: Structure, Impact, and Evolution](https://images1.publicschoolreview.com/articlephoto/890/Understanding-the-U-S-Department-of-Education-Structure-Impact-and-Evolution-cidiytmhnw8ws0g0cosw40k4s-280.jpg)
Understanding the U.S. Department of Education: Structure, Impact, and Evolution
We explore how the Department of Education shapes American education, from its cabinet-level leadership to its impact on millions of students, written for general audiences seeking clarity on this vital institution.
![Segregation in K-12 Education: Colonial Era Segregation in K-12 Education: Colonial Era](https://images2.publicschoolreview.com/articlephoto/874/Segregation-in-K-12-Education-Origins-and-Differential-Treatment-during-the-Colonial-Era-7mcvjfs0jkg8w00wsogkcksks-280.jpg)
Segregation in K-12 Education: Colonial Era
Explore the origins of educational segregation during the colonial era and the differential treatment of Native American, African American, and white students. This article delves into the historical context, policies, and societal attitudes that shaped early education in colonial America, highlighting the disparities and injustices that persisted within the schooling systems of that time.
![Personalized Learning: Revolutionizing Education for the 21st Century Personalized Learning: Revolutionizing Education for the 21st Century](https://images1.publicschoolreview.com/articlephoto/889/Personalized-Learning-Revolutionizing-Education-for-the-21st-Century-coo0h88jjc8o0c0cgwgwwkosg-280.jpg)
December 16, 2024
Personalized Learning: Revolutionizing Education for the 21st CenturyExplore the revolutionary approach of Personalized Learning in K-12 education. This article discusses the benefits, challenges, and potential of tailoring education to individual student needs, incorporating technology and adaptive learning methods to prepare students for the 21st century.