POCAHONTAS MIDDLE SCHOOL

Pocahontas Middle is a public middle school that is part of the Henrico County Public Schools school district, located in Richmond, VA with about 979 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 51 teachers, Pocahontas Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.

Pocahontas Middle School, located at 12000 Three Chopt Road in Richmond, Virginia, is a well-established institution within the Henrico County Public Schools district. Serving a diverse student population in the West End of Richmond, the school is known for fostering a collaborative academic environment that emphasizes both intellectual growth and character development. It is strategically positioned to serve the surrounding suburban community, providing a comprehensive middle school curriculum designed to prepare students for the rigors of high school and beyond.

Beyond its core academic programs, Pocahontas Middle School is recognized for its commitment to student engagement through various extracurricular activities, athletics, and clubs. The school prides itself on maintaining strong partnerships with parents and the local community to create a supportive network for adolescent development. With a focus on inclusive learning and preparing students for a rapidly changing world, the school remains a staple of the Henrico County educational landscape, dedicated to nurturing well-rounded and responsible citizens.

For more information, contact Pocahontas Middle at (804) 364-0830 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

12000 Three Chopt Rd
Richmond, VA 23233
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POCAHONTAS MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in Richmond, VA with about 979 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Virginia

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
979
Teachers:
51.29
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:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 979 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending POCAHONTAS MIDDLE SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 73% of the student body.

White
73.3%
Asian
9.8%
Black or African American
8.1%
Hispanic/Latino
5.7%
Two or more races
3.0%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%

Female
47.4%
Male
52.6%

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.