Once an overcrowded elementary school serving students in prekindergarten through fifth grade, Varina Elementary School now serves students in third through fifth grade with younger learners in the grades below going to Mehfoud Elementary. Henrico County Public Schools has a Gifted Resource program that’s available at the school. This program is for students who, upon going through the multistep application process, may qualify for additional services provided by the school. Varina Elementary aims to nurture student curiosity and creative expression through various opportunities.
To also help nurture and encourage all students to love reading, the school holds a Summer Reading program that gives them access to various e-books that are appropriate for their grade and reading levels.
Research has proven that students do better when their parents get involved, and Varina Elementary stresses this fact. The school encourages parents to get involved with the PTA that does a variety of fundraisers such as gift basket raffles.
Varina Elementary
Public Elementary School
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Grade 3-5
2551 New Market Rd,
Richmond, VA
Varina Neighborhood
Henrico County Public Schools
School Details
Head of School
Mr. Markham H. Tyler
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Math Proficiency
32%
Reading Proficiency
37%
Niche Grade
C
C
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Reading Proficiency
37%
Math Proficiency
32%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers
21
Full Time Teachers
21
Teachers in First or Second Year
20.6%
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
265:1
Student Diversity
Male
60.1%
Female
39.9%
Black
68.1%
White
16.3%
Hispanic
8%
Two or more races
7.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
GreatSchools Reviews
9/13/2025
My child has continually reported a lack of social engagements, excessive foul language without any correction, violence, bullying, and not engaging class learning and material. Do not recommend.
2/1/2011
I know of 3 teachers that go to this school that have a tendency toward public humiliation of their students. The sister school Mehfoud is a stark contrast to this school. Mehfoud's teachers and staff are very loving.
8/26/2010
This school is Brilliant. The teachers here are dedicted to the kids and the school has a long history in the community. They plan a lot of fun activities and I truly believe that the education that they receive at this school way above average against other middle schools in Henrico. Keep keeping t...
3/6/2009
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Parks in this Area
Gillies Creek Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Bike Trails
- Disc Golf
Powhatan Playground
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Pool
Dorey Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Disc Golf
- Dog Park
Fort Harrison Richmond National Battlefield Park
- Trails
- Visitor Center
- Walking Paths
Four Mile Creek Park
- Bike Trails
- Trails
- Hiking
Ancarrow's landing
- Bike Trails
- Fishing
- Trails
Additional Neighborhoods in this Area
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A mix of rural estates and subdivisions outside of Richmond
Montrose
A quiet suburb 4 miles east of Richmond and 4 miles west of the airport
Sandston
The airport is right there, but stores and activities keep residents local
Bensley
Quiet residential living nine miles south of Downtown Richmond
Fulton
Longstanding community known for its parks and locally-owned restaurants
Varina Elementary is a public school for students in grades 3-5 in Richmond, VA and is served by the Henrico County Public Schools in Virginia. The school has a total enrollment of 239 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 12:1. Academic records show that 32% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 37% are proficient in reading. Varina Elementary has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C and a GreatSchools Rating of 2 out of 10. Discover additional schools in the area, like Varina High School, East End Christian Academy, New Bridge Academy, and more. Learn more about what Richmond has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Varina Elementary.