James River High School
Grades: 9-12
Students: 1843
Type: Public
GreatSchools Rating
Student-Teacher
Ratio: 16:1
Student-Counselor
Ratio: 310:1
Certified Teachers: 100%
3700 James River Road
Midlothian, VA 23113
Midlothian, VA 23113
(804) 378-2420
Additional GreatSchools Ratings
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Academic Progress6/10
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Student GrowthRead what parents are saying about James River High School
James River is a good school if your child is neurotypical and independently academically motivated. The teachers are good, and administrators are involved and communicative.However, students who need support fall through the cracks. You will need to fight tooth and nail for a 504 to be followed, or
Posted by a parent on 5/20/2026I had two children graduate from James River. James River was an outstanding school and they had an excellent experience. Both kids had high academic standards and both were multisport athletes. Change River does an amazing job teaching kids to be young adults.
Posted by a parent on 2/26/2025James River is an amazing school. It’s like a family atmosphere. The kids get along well and the faculty and staff do a great job. Athletics are hands down the best in the county across the board.
Posted by a parent on 10/12/2021We moved to a great neighborhood as we had heard James River High School was a great school. After 1 year here I can tell you it is the worst school we have ever attended. The teacher lack of care, time and involvement shows regardless of when they are "in person" or "virtual". I'm stunned that the
Posted by a parent on 1/27/2021I love this school! JRHS has the highest number of AP courses offered of ANY county school. Additionally they give the second highest number of AP tests and students consistently score above both the state, national and county averages across the board. Their leadership center is top notch and stude
Posted by a parent on 1/1/2018Nearby Schools
Browse other schools near James River High SchoolMidlothian schools - James River High School is located at 3700 James River Road, Midlothian VA 23113. James River High School is in the Chesterfield County Public Schools. James River High School is a Public school that serves grade levels 9-12.
