Mcharg Elementary School serves 391 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 391 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mcharg Elementary School's student population of 391 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
391 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1908
School Calendar
School Mascot
Eagles
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mcharg Elementary School is 0.47, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
5%
19%
Black
12%
22%
White
71%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Mcharg Elementary School?
391 students attend Mcharg Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Mcharg Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcharg Elementary School?
Mcharg Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mcharg Elementary School offer ?
Mcharg Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mcharg Elementary School part of?
Mcharg Elementary School is part of Radford City School District.
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