AMELIA STREET SPECIAL EDUCATION

Amelia Street Special Education is a Title I public school that is part of the Richmond City Public Schools school district, located in Richmond, VA with about 44 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 12th Grade. 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 2 teachers, Amelia Street Special Education has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. 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.

Amelia Street School, located in the Randolph neighborhood of Richmond, Virginia, is a specialized educational facility operated by Richmond Public Schools. It is dedicated to serving students with significant disabilities, ranging from developmental delays to complex medical and behavioral needs. The school’s mission focuses on providing a highly structured, supportive environment that prioritizes individualized instruction, life-skills training, and therapeutic support to help students achieve their maximum potential in a setting tailored specifically to their unique learning requirements.

Beyond academics, the school emphasizes a holistic approach to student development, incorporating specialized therapies and vocational preparation to assist students as they transition toward greater independence. By maintaining smaller class sizes and employing a specialized staff of educators, therapists, and support personnel, Amelia Street School aims to foster a nurturing atmosphere where students are encouraged to build functional communication, social, and daily living skills. It serves as a vital resource for families in the Richmond area seeking a safe, inclusive, and specialized educational pathway for their children.

For more information, contact Amelia Street Special Education at (804) 780-6275 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.