CHARLES M. JOHNSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Charles M. Johnson Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Henrico County Public Schools school district, located in Richmond, VA with about 563 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 33 teachers, Charles M. Johnson Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Charles M. Johnson Elementary School, located on Bethlehem Road in Richmond, Virginia, serves as a foundational academic institution within the Henrico County Public Schools district. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment where students from diverse backgrounds can develop their intellectual, social, and emotional skills. With a focus on foundational literacy, mathematics, and critical thinking, the school emphasizes preparing young learners for the challenges of middle school and beyond through a curriculum aligned with Virginia’s educational standards.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Charles M. Johnson Elementary prides itself on cultivating a strong sense of community and partnership with families. The school environment typically highlights character development, encouraging students to be responsible and engaged citizens. By providing a mix of classroom instruction, extracurricular opportunities, and localized support services, the school aims to bridge academic gaps and ensure that every student has the resources necessary to reach their full potential within a safe and structured setting.

For more information, contact Charles M. Johnson Elementary at (804) 673-3735 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.