James River High School
Grades: 9-12
Students: 460
Type: Public
GreatSchools Rating
Student-Teacher
Ratio: 13:1
Student-Counselor
Ratio: 163:1
Certified Teachers: 97%
9906 Springwood Road
Buchanan, VA 24066
Buchanan, VA 24066
(540) 254-1121
Additional GreatSchools Ratings
8/10
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Student GrowthRead what parents are saying about James River High School
Our children all graduated from James River. They all have very fond memories of high school, and I was always impressed by the commitment and dedication of the teachers and staff. This school is a bright spot in Botetourt County schools.
Posted by a parent on 4/13/2025There's nothing particularly wrong with James River High School, the biggest issue would be the students overall.
Posted by a student on 4/18/2024I was very disappointed with the impersonal nature of communication from administration at this school following recent interaction. I am sure there are good people there, however, first impressions are lasting ones. I imagine courtesy and etiquette are considered obsolete. I would have expected bet
Posted by a community member on 2/28/2023I loved going here for high school! I learned so much about the subjects I took as well as myself as a person!
Posted by a community member on 9/20/2022I am a current senior at James River, and I love it. I started high school at Lord Botetourt, and transferred within three weeks because I could not deal with the teachers and students who didn't care about academics or each other. At James River, everyone is very friendly and wants to help you succ
Posted by a student on 10/30/2014Nearby Schools
Browse other schools near James River High SchoolBuchanan schools - James River High School is located at 9906 Springwood Road, Buchanan VA 24066. James River High School is in the Botetourt County Public Schools. James River High School is a Public school that serves grade levels 9-12.
