Serving 134 students in grades 6-12, Richmond Alternative 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 134 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Graduation Rate: 11-19% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
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Richmond Alternative ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
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Richmond Alternative's student population of 134 students has declined by 95% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
134 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Richmond Alternative 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 Richmond Alternative is 0.13, 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
#1112 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)82%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)77%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
4%
19%
Black
93%
22%
White
n/a
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
11-19%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Richmond Alternative's ranking?
Richmond Alternative is ranked #1112 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Richmond Alternative often compared to?
Richmond Alternativeis often viewed alongside schools like Carver College And Career Academy, Mountain View High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Richmond Alternative?
The graduation rate of Richmond Alternative is 11-19%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Richmond Alternative?
134 students attend Richmond Alternative.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Richmond Alternative students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richmond Alternative?
Richmond Alternative has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Richmond Alternative offer ?
Richmond Alternative offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Richmond Alternative part of?
Richmond Alternative is part of Richmond City Public Schools.
In what neighborhood is Richmond Alternative located?
Richmond Alternative is located in the Jackson Ward neighborhood of Richmond, VA.
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