GOOCHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Goochland Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Goochland County Public Schools school district, located in Goochland, VA with about 353 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 31 teachers, Goochland Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Goochland Elementary School, located at 3150 River Road West in Goochland, Virginia, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Goochland County Public Schools district. Nestled in a semi-rural setting, the school focuses on fostering a supportive community environment where students in their formative years can develop both academically and socially. The school is known for its commitment to the district’s mission of preparing students to be productive and responsible citizens by offering a well-rounded curriculum that emphasizes core subjects, critical thinking, and the integration of technology in the classroom.
The campus reflects the community-oriented spirit of Goochland County, prioritizing a safe and nurturing atmosphere that encourages parental involvement and strong teacher-student relationships. By utilizing small-group instruction and differentiated learning strategies, Goochland Elementary aims to meet the diverse needs of its student body while promoting a lifelong love of learning. As a key hub for local families, the school remains dedicated to high academic standards and the holistic development of every child who walks through its doors.
For more information, contact Goochland Elementary at (804) 556-5321 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Goochland, VA 23063
(804) 556-5321
GOOCHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Goochland, VA with about 353 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Virginia
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Goochland County Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 353
- Teachers:
- 31.64
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 353 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending GOOCHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 73% of the student body.
- White
- 73.1%
- Black or African American
- 14.2%
- Two or more races
- 7.1%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 4.0%
- Asian
- 1.7%
- Female
- 46.2%
- Male
- 53.8%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.