Serving 2,041 students in grades 9-12, Midlothian High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 95% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,041 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Midlothian High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Midlothian High School's student population of 2,041 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 127 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,041 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
127 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Midlothian High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Midlothian High School is 0.45, 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
#205 out of 1792 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)68%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)95%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)84%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
6%
19%
Black
11%
22%
White
73%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Midlothian High School's ranking?
Midlothian High School is ranked #205 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Midlothian High School often compared to?
Midlothian High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cosby High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Midlothian High School?
The graduation rate of Midlothian High School is 97%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Midlothian High School?
2,041 students attend Midlothian High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Midlothian High School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Midlothian High School?
Midlothian High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Midlothian High School offer ?
Midlothian High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Midlothian High School part of?
Midlothian High School is part of Chesterfield County School District.
In what neighborhood is Midlothian High School located?
Midlothian High School is located in the Charter Colony neighborhood of Midlothian, VA.
School Reviews
4 11/19/2018
I enjoyed my experience at Midlothian High School. The principal, Mr. Abel, has a great energy about him that changed the school environment when he began back in 2012 (?). Midlothian is not the most diverse school around and could do more to educate their students about race and culture. The parent population is a bit overwhelming and filled with helicopter parents that need to take a step back. All in all, no school is perfect but Midlothian definitely works hard to appeal to the needs of their students.
2 11/17/2008
Despite the fact that many will tell you that Midlothian is one of the best schools around, it isn't. In fact it is far from it and if it truly is one of the best in the area, that says terrible terrible things about this area! Midlo is a terrible school with bad administration and worse teachers. I am an upperclassmen there and I can honestly say that I can count on one hand the number of good teachers I have had and have fingers left over. Chesterfield County is a bad district to start off with. They have little if any control over the schools, little funding, and a lot of trailers! Midlo is one of the only schools in the county which does not have trailers! Also the county is DESPERATE for teachers and will hire anyone willing to commit. So bad teachers, the music program is a joke, and the administration has absolutely no backbone to stand up to teachers so guess who rules the school, THE TEACHERS! They do whatever they please because they know they can't get fired. The administration only cares about petty things, mostly cell phones. The facilities are grotesque too. So if you can avoid Midlo or even better Chesterfield County, DO!
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