Serving 262 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, James Monroe 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 262 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James Monroe 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
James Monroe Elementary School's student population of 262 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
262 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
Equity and Excellence for Each Child
School Rankings
James Monroe 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 James Monroe Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#1727 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-24%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
7%
19%
Black
75%
22%
White
10%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James Monroe Elementary School's ranking?
James Monroe Elementary School is ranked #1727 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend James Monroe Elementary School?
262 students attend James Monroe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of James Monroe Elementary School students are Black, 10% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of James Monroe Elementary School?
James Monroe Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does James Monroe Elementary School offer ?
James Monroe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is James Monroe Elementary School part of?
James Monroe Elementary School is part of Norfolk City School District.
In what neighborhood is James Monroe Elementary School located?
James Monroe Elementary School is located in the Park Place neighborhood of Norfolk, VA.
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