Serving 540 students in grades 3-8, Ruffner School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-8
- Enrollment: 540 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ruffner School's student population of 540 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
540 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Rankings
Ruffner School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ruffner School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1767 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)10-14%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
3%
19%
Black
91%
22%
White
3%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ruffner School's ranking?
Ruffner School is ranked #1767 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Ruffner School often compared to?
Ruffner Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blair Middle School, Norview Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Ruffner School?
540 students attend Ruffner School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Ruffner School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ruffner School?
Ruffner School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ruffner School offer ?
Ruffner School offers enrollment in grades 3-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ruffner School part of?
Ruffner School is part of Norfolk City Public Schools.
In what neighborhood is Ruffner School located?
Ruffner School is located in the South Brambleton neighborhood of Norfolk, VA.
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