HERMITAGE HIGH SCHOOL
Hermitage High is a public high school that is part of the Henrico County Public Schools school district, located in Richmond, VA with about 1,667 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 99 teachers, Hermitage High has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.
Hermitage High School, located on Hungary Spring Road in Richmond, Virginia, is a prominent public secondary school within the Henrico County Public Schools district. Known for its rich history and deep roots in the community, the school serves a diverse student body and is recognized for its comprehensive academic offerings, including a variety of Advanced Placement (AP) courses and elective programs. The campus provides students with a traditional high school experience while fostering an environment that emphasizes both athletic achievement and extracurricular engagement through various clubs and competitive sports teams.
Beyond its core curriculum, Hermitage High is well-regarded for its commitment to preparing students for life after graduation, whether that involves pursuing higher education or entering the workforce. The school prides itself on a supportive faculty and a strong sense of school spirit, often acting as a hub for local events and community initiatives. By balancing rigorous educational standards with opportunities for personal growth and social development, Hermitage High continues to be a foundational institution for families residing in the northern Richmond/Henrico area.
For more information, contact Hermitage High at (804) 756-3000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Richmond, VA 23228
(804) 756-3000
HERMITAGE HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Richmond, VA with about 1,667 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Virginia
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Magnet school:
- Yes
- District:
- Henrico County Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 1,667
- Teachers:
- 99.98
- 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 1,667 students
- Black or African American
- 46.1%
- White
- 28.6%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 15.8%
- Two or more races
- 4.6%
- Asian
- 4.5%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- Female
- 48.1%
- Male
- 51.9%
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.