Serving 716 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jacobs Road Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 716 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jacobs Road Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Jacobs Road Elementary School's student population of 716 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
716 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Year Founded
1987
Colors
Red and Black
School Rankings
Jacobs Road 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 Jacobs Road Elementary School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1121 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
30%
20%
Black
27%
21%
White
34%
44%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Jaguar
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jacobs Road Elementary School's ranking?
Jacobs Road Elementary School is ranked #1121 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Jacobs Road Elementary School often compared to?
Jacobs Road Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like A.m. Davis Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Jacobs Road Elementary School?
716 students attend Jacobs Road Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Jacobs Road Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jacobs Road Elementary School?
Jacobs Road Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jacobs Road Elementary School offer ?
Jacobs Road Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jacobs Road Elementary School part of?
Jacobs Road Elementary School is part of Chesterfield County School District.
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