Serving 1,926 students in grades 9-12, James River High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,926 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James River High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
James River High School's student population of 1,926 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 114 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,926 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
114 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
James River High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James River High School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#523 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)56%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)86%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)72%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
21%
19%
Black
15%
22%
White
55%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James River High School's ranking?
James River High School is ranked #523 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are James River High School often compared to?
James River High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cosby High School, Midlothian High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of James River High School?
The graduation rate of James River High School is 93%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend James River High School?
1,926 students attend James River High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of James River High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of James River High School?
James River High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does James River High School offer ?
James River High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is James River High School part of?
James River High School is part of Chesterfield County School District.
In what neighborhood is James River High School located?
James River High School is located in the Tarrington neighborhood of Midlothian, VA. There are 1 other public schools located in Tarrington.
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