MONACAN HIGH SCHOOL
Monacan High is a public high school that is part of the Chesterfield County Public Schools school district, located in Richmond, VA with about 1,472 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 84 teachers, Monacan High has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Monacan High School, located in the Midlothian area of Chesterfield County (Richmond, VA), is a large public secondary school known for its diverse student body and long-standing presence in the community. Serving grades 9 through 12, the school offers a comprehensive academic curriculum alongside a wide range of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, performing arts, and various student-led clubs. The school is particularly noted for its "Governor’s Specialty Center," the Center for the Humanities, which provides an enriched, specialized curriculum for academically motivated students who apply to the program.
Beyond its academic offerings, Monacan High is characterized by its school spirit and focus on preparing students for post-secondary success. The campus serves as a hub for local families, emphasizing a supportive environment that encourages student engagement through both traditional classroom learning and career-technical education. By balancing rigorous Advanced Placement (AP) and honors courses with a broad selection of elective pathways, Monacan strives to meet the varied interests and long-term goals of its diverse student population.
For more information, contact Monacan High at (804) 378-2480 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Richmond, VA 23236-2534
(804) 378-2480
MONACAN HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Richmond, VA with about 1,472 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Virginia
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Magnet school:
- Yes
- District:
- Chesterfield County Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 1,472
- Teachers:
- 84.51
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Supplemental Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 1,472 students
- White
- 52.0%
- Black or African American
- 30.3%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 9.9%
- Two or more races
- 4.1%
- Asian
- 3.1%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.5%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- Female
- 49.8%
- Male
- 50.2%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.