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2024 Best High Schools in the Richmond Area

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  1. #1 Best Private High Schools in Richmond Area.

    The Steward School

    Blue checkmark.

    Private School,

    RICHMOND, VA,

    PK, K-12,

    63 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.

    Featured Review: Parent says Steward is an education community like no other in that it is more than a school.  Steward has the unique ability to really make it feel like home!  From the faculty that truly enjoys what they....

    Read 63 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 717,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 7 to 1,

  2. #2 Best Private High Schools in Richmond Area.

    St. Christopher's School

    Private School,

    RICHMOND, VA,

    PK, K-12,

    26 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.

    Featured Review: Parent says I have been so impressed with the administration, faculty and staff of St. Chris over these past two years through the very difficult Covid era. When the school shut down in March of 2020, as the...Sure, there were bumps along the way. But I appreciated the school's drive to bring as much normalcy to their students as possible. In fall of 2020, while many other schools were still trying to....

    Read 26 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 938,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 9 to 1,

  3. #3 Best Private High Schools in Richmond Area.

    Collegiate School

    Blue checkmark.

    Private School,

    RICHMOND, VA,

    PK, K-12,

    65 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.

    Featured Review: Senior says Beautiful campus, amazing faculty and facilities. I came to Collegiate for high school because I was looking for a more challenging curriculum and stimulating environment. I found it here from day one. Classes are challenging, but worth it with teachers who care.Athletics are a large part of student life. Every Upper school student much compete in two sports each school year. The pace can be exhausting sometimes, but also rewarding and really helps one...Collegiate is not the most diverse school out there, but they do try to encourage people of color apply and do an excellent job making it affordable for those who can’t pay the full tuition. There...I feel very confident that Collegiate has prepared me for college and beyond..

    Read 65 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 1,672,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 8 to 1,

  4. #1 Best Public High Schools in Richmond Area.

    Deep Run High School

    Henrico County Public Schools, VA,

    9-12,

    516 Niche users give it an average review of 3.9 stars.

    Featured Review: Junior says Overall, my experience at Deep run was truly exceptional. It provided a strong foundation for my future endeavors, both academically and personally. I am grateful for the memories, the learning....

    Read 516 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 2,026,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 21 to 1,

  5. #4 Best Private High Schools in Richmond Area.

    St. Catherine's School

    Blue checkmark.

    Private School,

    RICHMOND, VA,

    PK, K-12,

    141 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.

    Featured Review: Parent says Our experience with St. Catherine's has been fantastic since my girls were in the Early Learner program. The teachers have been amazing and have been truly supportive and accommodating to each of my....

    Read 141 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 955,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 8 to 1,

  6. #2 Best Public High Schools in Richmond Area.

    Open High School

    Blue checkmark.

    Richmond Public Schools, VA,

    9-12,

    76 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.

    Featured Review: Junior says My experience with Open High School was truly exceptional. The courses were both stimulating and thought-provoking, and the teachers were always available to offer guidance and feedback. The...While my experience has been fulfilling, there are some downsides to attending a school like Open. For one making friends is difficult if you are new to the area or if you do not have any friends....

    Read 76 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 188,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 13 to 1,

  7. #8 Best Private High Schools in Richmond Area.

    Veritas School

    Blue checkmark.

    Private School,

    RICHMOND, VA,

    PK, K-12,

    31 Niche users give it an average review of 4.8 stars.

    Featured Review: Parent says Our family has had the privilege of being part of the Veritas community for the last 6 years. We are thankful for the opportunity to send our children to a challenging, Christ-centered school with a....

    Read 31 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A,

    Students: 659,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 10 to 1,

  8. #4 Best Public High Schools in Richmond Area.

    Mills E. Godwin High School

    Henrico County Public Schools, VA,

    9-12,

    385 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.

    Featured Review: Alum says Godwin has opportunities for students to get involved in a variety of activities. Personally, I was involved in the National Honor Society, Spanish Honor Society, Spanish Club, volunteer groups,....

    Read 385 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A,

    Students: 1,856,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 20 to 1,

  9. #7 Best Public High Schools in Richmond Area.

    Cosby High School

    Chesterfield County Public Schools, VA,

    9-12,

    597 Niche users give it an average review of 3.9 stars.

    Featured Review: Alum says Highschool was awesome! I was apart of the amazing Health Science Academy program and the fabulous Cosby Choral Department! I have had some fine teachers like Ms. Rogers and Ms. Andre! In Health... I gained public speaking skills with opportunities such as speaking to interested parents about the Health Science Program at open houses. I also hosted at our first annual Titian Tournament of...Overall, I now understand that life is about taking chances and making our experiences worth the risks thanks to Cosby!.

    Read 597 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A,

    Students: 2,330,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 18 to 1,

  10. #8 Best Public High Schools in Richmond Area.

    Midlothian High School

    Chesterfield County Public Schools, VA,

    9-12,

    291 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.

    Featured Review: Senior says The evaluation of my high school experience encompasses a multi-faceted perspective. Academically, the institution excelled in providing a diverse curriculum, challenging students to think critically...In terms of sports, the school's emphasis on physical activity and teamwork contributed to a vibrant sports culture. Coaches not only focused on skill development but also instilled values of...However, the evaluation is not without its nuances. Some academic areas faced resource constraints, impacting the depth of certain programs. Additionally, while the majority of teachers were....

    Read 291 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A,

    Students: 1,990,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 16 to 1,

  11. #9 Best Private High Schools in Richmond Area.

    Millwood School

    Blue checkmark.

    Private School,

    MIDLOTHIAN, VA,

    PK, K-12,

    37 Niche users give it an average review of 4.5 stars.

    Featured Review: Parent says I transferred my two oldest children to Millwood after coming to the realization that public school was no longer a good fit for us. My kids are happier than they have ever been! At public school, my kids were in classes of 30+ kids, with little time for the teachers and students to forge connections. At Millwood, my kids' classes have 10-15 students and the teachers have...As a former public school teacher, I know the importance of small class sizes and building rapport with students. Millwood has exceeded all of my expectations, and I couldn't be happier! My kids are happy, healthy, learning, valued, and safe at Millwood. A+.

    Read 37 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A,

    Students: 245,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 7 to 1,

  12. #9 Best Public High Schools in Richmond Area.

    Douglas S. Freeman High School

    Henrico County Public Schools, VA,

    9-12,

    307 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.

    Featured Review: Senior says At DSF every teacher is involved with me not just as a student, but as a person, to make sure that I get the best individual help that is necessary. I was terrified to go into high school and thought....

    Read 307 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A minus,

    Students: 1,846,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 18 to 1,

  13. #10 Best Public High Schools in Richmond Area.

    Hanover High School

    Hanover County Public Schools, VA,

    9-12,

    259 Niche users give it an average review of 3.7 stars.

    Featured Review: Senior says If I had to choose one word to describe my high school experience it would have to be… Change. There is not one moment that I can think of where something was constant. My freshman year was cut short. My sophomore year was spent at home, online, at home, and then online again. Junior year was...It may sound as if I never experienced the liberating feeling of high school. I was the leader of the National Honor Society and two drug and alcohol prevention clubs. A very active member of my...It’s easy to say that high school sucks, but I’m going to look back and think these were the best four years of my life. I may be stuck at the bottom of the sea, but at least I know, I am the change!.

    Read 259 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A minus,

    Students: 1,464,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 17 to 1,

  14. #11 Best Public High Schools in Richmond Area.

    Atlee High School

    Hanover County Public Schools, VA,

    9-12,

    361 Niche users give it an average review of 3.9 stars.

    Featured Review: Alum says Overall, the best thing about Atlee was how safe I felt there. There were the occasional fights that would happen every 6 months or so but it was extremely rare. I also didn't experience or witness....

    Read 361 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A minus,

    Students: 1,541,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 18 to 1,

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