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Ruby F. Carver Elementary
Elementary School · Henrico County Public Schools
1801 Lauderdale Rd, Richmond, VA 23233
Enrollment
475
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
475
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Virginia schools
#1,012 of 1,851
In Richmond
#23 of 94
public schools
In district
#23 of 67
Henrico County Public Schools
Equity
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Ruby F. Carver Elementary
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About Ruby F. Carver Elementary
Ruby F. Carver Elementary is a public elementary school in Richmond, VA, part of Henrico County Public Schools. Ruby F.
Carver Elementary serves approximately 475 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Ruby F. Carver Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,012 of 1,851 schools in VA.
Structured state assessment records for Ruby F. Carver Elementary show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 4.8
- VA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Ruby F. Carver Elementary — Students at Ruby F. Carver Elementary score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)
Based on 33 test records from VA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.3/10.
How Ruby F. Carver Elementary Compares
See how Ruby F. Carver Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1801 Lauderdale Rd, Richmond, VA 23233
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ruby F. Carver Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Gayton Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WEST END MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Nuckols Farm Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Richmond, see our Richmond schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE STEWARD SCHOOL Richmond | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| RICHMOND ACADEMY Richmond | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| ACADEMY OF ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE Henrico | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Mills E. Godwin High Richmond | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Gayton Elementary Richmond | 1.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Pinchbeck Elementary Richmond | 2.1 mi | 4.5 |
| ST MARY'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL - RICHMOND Richmond | 2.3 mi | 5.5 |
| GODDARD SCHOOL Richmond | 3.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Pocahontas Middle Richmond | 2.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Short Pump Elementary Richmond | 3.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Quioccasin Middle Richmond | 2.5 mi | 2.8 |
| Maybeury Elementary Richmond | 2.7 mi | 4.6 |
| WEST END MONTESSORI SCHOOL Richmond | 2.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Pemberton Elementary Richmond | 2.7 mi | 7.4 |
| BENEDICTINE COLLEGE PREPARATORY Richmond | 2.8 mi | 7.2 |
| COLLEGIATE SCHOOL Richmond | 2.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Nuckols Farm Elementary Richmond | 3.4 mi | 7.5 |
| LEAF SPRINGS SCHOOL AT THREE CHOPT Henrico | 3.1 mi | — |
| LEAFSPRING - THREE CHOPT Richmond | 3.1 mi | — |
| HUNTER CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Henrico | 3.1 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 23233 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$117,500
Median Home Value
$442,100
Median Rent
$1,779/mo
Population
31,775
College Educated
71.2%
Homeownership
63.3%
Avg Commute
20.8 min
Poverty Rate
3.1%
Median Age
39
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| Albert Harris Elementary Martinsville, VA | 6.1 |
| Byrd Elementary Goochland, VA | 6.1 |
| Carysbrook Elementary Fork Union, VA | 6.1 |
| Countryside Elementary Sterling, VA | 6.1 |
| Frederick Douglass Elementary Leesburg, VA | 6.1 |
| Green Run Elementary Virginia Beach, VA | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ruby F. Carver Elementary
What grades does Ruby F. Carver Elementary serve?
Ruby F. Carver Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Ruby F. Carver Elementary?
Ruby F. Carver Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 475 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ruby F. Carver Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ruby F. Carver Elementary is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ruby F. Carver Elementary rank in VA?
Ruby F. Carver Elementary ranks #1,012 of 1,851 schools in VA.
What is Ruby F. Carver Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ruby F. Carver Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Ruby F. Carver Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ruby F. Carver Elementary has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Ruby F. Carver Elementary a charter school?
No, Ruby F. Carver Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ruby F. Carver Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ruby F. Carver Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ruby F. Carver Elementary?
93.1% of students at Ruby F. Carver Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 475
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Henrico County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.2%
- Phone
- (804) 750-2640
Resources & Links
District
Henrico County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 50,463
- Schools in District
- 81
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,973
- District Rank
- #23 of 67
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