Short Pump Elementary School

3425 Pump Rd
Henrico, VA 23233
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9/
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Top 20%
Serving 541 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Short Pump Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 541 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 53%
  • : Top 20% in VA
  • : 84% (Top 20%)
  • : 85-89% (Top 10%)
  • : 90-94% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Short Pump Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Short Pump Elementary School's student population of 541 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
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Total Students
541 students
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Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
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Year Founded
1926
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'

School Rankings

Short Pump Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Short Pump Elementary School is 0.67, 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.
This School
State Level (VA)
#178 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
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84%
68%
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(20-21)
85-89%
69%
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(20-21)
90-94%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
31%
8%
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Hispanic
6%
19%
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Black
8%
22%
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White
47%
44%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.67
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Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
55%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Wild Boars

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Short Pump Elementary School's ranking?
Short Pump Elementary School is ranked #178 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Short Pump Elementary School?
541 students attend Short Pump Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Short Pump Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Short Pump Elementary School?
Short Pump Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Short Pump Elementary School offer ?
Short Pump Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Short Pump Elementary School part of?
Short Pump Elementary School is part of Henrico County Public Schools.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 541 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 53%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 84% (Top 20%)
  • : 85-89% (Top 10%)
  • : 90-94% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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