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William H. Ruffner Academy was established in 1922 as part of Norfolk City Public Schools. Though it was rebuilt in 1993 across the street from its original location, Ruffner Academy continues to operate as a true community-based school.  As such, many of our students walk to and from school and enjoy spending time on our grounds engrossed in both academic and extra-curricular activities.   Our instructional program provides options for students to participate in high school credit-bearing courses, including art, Algebra, Geometry, and Spanish.