Serving 27 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Amelia Street Special Education 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 <50% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 78%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 27 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in VA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Amelia Street Special Education ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Amelia Street Special Education's student population of 27 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
27 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Year Founded
1961
School Calendar
School Motto
Expect the Best!
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≤20%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Hispanic
(24-25)4%
20%
Black
(24-25)85%
21%
White
(24-25)7%
44%
Two or more races
(24-25)4%
7%
Graduation Rate
(13-14)<50%
85%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)77.8%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Amelia Street Special Education often compared to?
Amelia Street Special Educationis often viewed alongside schools like Richmond Hospital Ep. by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 78% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Amelia Street Special Education?
The graduation rate of Amelia Street Special Education is 50%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 85%.
How many students attend Amelia Street Special Education?
27 students attend Amelia Street Special Education.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Amelia Street Special Education students are Black, 7% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Amelia Street Special Education?
Amelia Street Special Education has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Amelia Street Special Education offer ?
Amelia Street Special Education offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Amelia Street Special Education part of?
Amelia Street Special Education is part of Richmond City Public Schools.
In what neighborhood is Amelia Street Special Education located?
Amelia Street Special Education is located in the Randolph neighborhood of Richmond, VA. There are 1 other public schools located in Randolph.
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