Summary:
The Glen Allen, Virginia area is home to 15 schools, including 10 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 2 high schools, all part of the Henrico County Public Schools district. While the district is ranked 77 out of 131 in Virginia and has a 2-star rating, several standout schools in the area are performing exceptionally well.
Deep Run High School ranks 33rd out of 326 high schools in Virginia and has a 5-star rating, with exceptional test scores and 100% of 10th-grade students proficient or better in SOL/Writing. Rivers Edge Elementary and David A. Kaechele Elementary also stand out, ranking 8th and 41st out of 1,114 elementary schools in Virginia, respectively, and both earning 5-star ratings with very high proficiency rates across multiple subjects.
The schools in the Glen Allen area exhibit a wide range of student demographics, with some having a majority of white students and others a majority of Asian students. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch varies significantly, from 8.56% at Rivers Edge Elementary to 89.66% at Longdale Elementary. Per-student spending also varies, from $6,843 at Glen Allen High to $11,126 at Longdale Elementary, suggesting that factors beyond just funding may contribute to the exceptional performance of some schools in the area.
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