WILLIAM FOX ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
William Fox Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Richmond City Public Schools school district, located in Richmond, VA with about 511 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 26 teachers, William Fox Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.
William Fox Elementary School, located in the historic Fan District of Richmond, Virginia, is a prominent public school serving students in grades Pre-K through 5. Situated on Hanover Avenue, the school is deeply integrated into its surrounding residential neighborhood, often serving as a central hub for the local community. It is well-regarded for its historic architecture, traditional academic programs, and its focus on fostering a close-knit learning environment that balances rigorous instruction with the social-emotional development of its students.
The school is notable for its dedicated faculty and active parent-teacher association, which work together to create an enriching educational experience. In addition to core curriculum subjects, William Fox often emphasizes community engagement and cultural activities, reflecting the diverse and vibrant character of the Fan District. Following a significant fire in 2022 that caused extensive damage to the historic building, the school community demonstrated notable resilience, operating out of temporary facilities while maintaining its commitment to academic excellence and school spirit during the restoration process.
For more information, contact William Fox Elementary at (804) 780-6259 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Richmond, VA 23220-3497
(804) 780-6259
WILLIAM FOX ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Richmond, VA with about 511 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Virginia
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Richmond City Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 511
- Teachers:
- 26
- 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 511 students
- White
- 62.0%
- Black or African American
- 20.0%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 8.6%
- Two or more races
- 5.7%
- Asian
- 2.9%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.6%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- Female
- 51.9%
- Male
- 48.1%
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.