JAMES RIVER HIGH

3700 James River Rd.
Midlothian, VA 23113

1,926 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

James River High School, located in Midlothian, Virginia, is a prominent secondary school within the Chesterfield County Public School system. Serving a diverse student body, the school is well-regarded for its commitment to academic excellence and its wide array of extracurricular opportunities. It maintains a strong focus on preparing students for post-secondary success, offering a robust curriculum that includes Advanced Placement (AP) courses, dual-enrollment options, and specialized academic programs designed to challenge students and foster critical thinking skills.

Beyond its academic rigor, James River High School is deeply integrated into the Midlothian community, fostering a supportive environment characterized by school spirit and active student engagement. The campus provides numerous avenues for involvement, ranging from competitive athletics and performing arts to various student-led clubs and organizations. By balancing a high standard of educational achievement with a culture of inclusivity and extracurricular growth, the school aims to develop well-rounded individuals who are equipped to contribute positively to society.

1,926

Total Students

113.5

Full-Time Teachers

17.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

30.2%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for JAMES RIVER HIGH
Demographic	Student Count
White	1,059
Hispanic	404
Black	288
Asian	82
Two or More	93

White
1,059 (55.0 %)
Hispanic
404 (21.0 %)
Black
288 (15.0 %)
Two or More
93 (4.8 %)
Asian
82 (4.3 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Chesterfield County Public Schools
Phone:	(804)378-2420
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,926
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	113.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	17.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	542
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	39

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 477

Grade 10 496

Grade 11 482

Grade 12 471