2023 Best Districts with Gifted and Talented Programs in the Richmond Area

• Goochland, VA•

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  Rating 4.47 out of 5  19 reviews

Senior: I have great teachers as well as friends. I am provided good opportunities and resources. The learning environment is friendly and helpful, allowing a great start to life.... Read 19 reviews

• grade A minus

• Total schools 5

• Students 2,581

• Powhatan, VA•

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  Rating 4.38 out of 5  45 reviews

Senior: It wasn’t the best high school but it’s a pretty good place where you can find pretty good people and teachers willing to help you out in school. In my total time in Powhatan I’ve only had two teachers who haven’t attempted to help out students in need. There’s a lot of clubs and after school activities to do so there’s probably a club or after school club for everyone and if there isn’t you can always start one with enough people behind it. That’s what I love about this high school.... Read 45 reviews

• grade B+

• Total schools 6

• Students 4,208

• Chesterfield, VA•

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  Rating 3.99 out of 5  211 reviews

Senior: I have been enrolled in Chesterfield County Public Schools my whole life. My parents were looking for the perfect place to raise their children and because of this, we ended up in Chesterfield, Virginia with the assurance of a great academic career! I went to Clover Hill and Winterpock Elementary School, both schools emphasized kids to be enthusiastic learners and good citizens. Swift Creek Middle and Cosby High School maintain the importance of learning by having amazing faculties! However, schools cannot accommodate every person; but it is clear that one of the top priorities in this district is to provide the best emotional support. This district does a great job of making their students feel safe during any school event. They have made clear to the students and guardians that they are in a welcoming community that emphasizes academic and emotional support! Overall, these schools have been amazing to me and continue to help me achieve all my goals!... Read 211 reviews

• grade B+

• Total schools 69

• Students 60,840

• Henrico, VA•

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  Rating 4.07 out of 5  196 reviews

Junior: Henrico County Public Schools has been a great experience for me. I can appreciate the diversity and how well the community thrives to embrace it. I've learned many lessons during my experience in Henrico County Public Schools and one of those lessons is making sure you apply yourself especially when the tools are given, and examples are shown. As students, we are expected to learn and apply what we learned as we move. I have also learned that our teachers, counselors, parents, family and friends cannot be with us always and the importance of having the ability to be able to thrive, succeed, learn, grow, accept and adapt to change. Being a part of the Henrico County Public School systems has offered experiences that I do not believe I would have had in other school systems, we work as a family, we build as a family, we learn as a family, we come together as a family and most important we live as a family. I know I have a chance, applying what I've learned through my experiences.... Read 196 reviews

• grade B+

• Total schools 81

• Students 50,191

• Colonial Heights, VA•

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  Rating 4.09 out of 5  35 reviews

Senior: The teachers that work for Colonial Heights City Public Schools are amazing. Each and every one of them takes their time to genuinely help their students! I have made all A honor roll since second grade, when I moved here, and I would not have been able to do it without the help of all of my wonderful teachers! In high school there are many clubs. I believe there is a club for everyone. Everyone has somewhere they can fit in. Since the city is so small, Colonial Heights City Public Schools are a family.... Read 35 reviews

• grade B+

• Total schools 6

• Students 2,784

• Ashland, VA•

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  Rating 3.81 out of 5  67 reviews

Senior: The greatest thing I like about Hanover county public schools is that they value education. They have great quality teachers and resources that really benefit the students. Most, if not all, my teachers were willing to come before school or stay after class to help me certain topics I struggled with. The teachers always hold us accountable, which helps us students achieve our full potential. One thing I think HCPS can improve on is their inclusiveness and diversity. Their schools are not very diverse in terms of race, and have also voted against gender neutral bathrooms which provide a safe atmosphere for trans-students.... Read 67 reviews

• grade B+

• Total schools 25

• Students 16,519

• Prince George, VA•

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  Rating 3.63 out of 5  76 reviews

Senior: I've enjoyed being a student in the Prince George County, Virginia district. I have felt challenged in the International Baccalaureate, the Advanced Placement, and the Dual Enrollment programs. I feel that they have all adequately prepared me for college. The small town atmosphere is amazing and I like the way it feels when teachers know me by name. The only way that the school system can improve would be to offer more classes in personal finance and budgeting so that I will feel better prepared to live on my own after high school and college.... Read 76 reviews

• grade B

• Total schools 7

• Students 6,139

• New Kent, VA•

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  Rating 3.9 out of 5  29 reviews

Senior: My experience at New Kent High School has been an exciting adventure. On my first day, I was so scared that the upperclassmen would bully me or make fun of me, just like much other lower classmen thought as well. I also had extreme difficulty navigating the hallways because I missed orientation but the welcoming and kind students helped greatly and proved my beliefs wrong. The school's academics also gave me extraordinary benefits in preparing me for college. I was able to enroll in an "Early College Program" through Rappahannock Community College which enabled me to truly challenge my abilities by taking all AP and DE as well as online college classes. This program allows me to earn my Associate's Degree when I graduate in May which I think has significantly prepared me for my future. In the end, I'm so thankful that I was able to go to New Kent High School.... Read 29 reviews

• grade B

• Total schools 4

• Students 3,040

• Dinwiddie, VA•

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  Rating 3.84 out of 5  25 reviews

Junior: Dinwiddie High School is a rather large school with approximately 1,400 students. Despite that large number, every student is a part of a southern, caring community. This school does not have many fights and has little to no bullying. Our School spirit is remarkable especially when it comes to football and other sports; stands are packed, concessions sell out, and the crowd is flooded with students and community members wearing school colors. The teachers truly care for student's success regardless of if they know them. I personally can say that I feel safe here, which says a lot especially considering high school safety concerns these days.... Read 25 reviews

• grade B

• Total schools 7

• Students 4,209

• Amelia, VA•

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  Rating 3.54 out of 5  13 reviews

Senior: I enjoyed my time at Amelia County Public Schools. I like the small size because there is tailored focus for students. Also, I liked the college classes they provided.... Read 13 reviews

• grade B

• Total schools 3

• Students 1,627

• King William, VA•

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  Rating 4.16 out of 5  25 reviews

Alum: I had a great 4 years at King William High School. While King William county is rural, it is also diverse and has a small town community feel. Everyone knows each others name and cares for one another. King William High School, though only being a 2A school, gives each and every student a chance to explore and find new activities that they enjoy, whether that be sports, music, art, or S.T.E.M. Personally, I enjoyed taking photography because it was relaxing, allowed me to be creative, and exposed me to the fine arts. I was able to play soccer for 5 years and run cross country for 2 years. Both sports benefited me with great coaching staffs as well as opportunities for teamwork and leadership. Just as importantly, King William High School prepared me academically for college. I had the support and guidance of many great teachers. I was able to take both dual enrollment and advanced placement courses, that would in turn, help prepare me for an engineering major at Virginia Tech.... Read 25 reviews

• grade B minus

• Total schools 4

• Students 2,006

• Stony Creek, VA•

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  Rating 4 out of 5  8 reviews

Alum: The faculty and staff there are really great, I enjoyed my time there. I loved all of my teachers, they tried their best to prepare me for college.... Read 8 reviews

• grade C+

• Total schools 3

• Students 1,045

• Bowling Green, VA•

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  Rating 3.3 out of 5  30 reviews

Senior: People in Caroline genuinely care about one another. There are teachers, administrators, and outside club leaders that do show that they care and love the students/people of Caroline. There are also many small businesses close to the schools that are wonderful for eating, exercising, and socializing with other people of the county! :)... Read 30 reviews

• grade C

• Total schools 5

• Students 4,131

• Hopewell, VA•

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  Rating 3.83 out of 5  35 reviews

Junior: The school system is very good. The teachers are very professional, and the administration for each school was always on top of different situations. The cafeteria staff was always respectful, and ensured every student got the proper amount of nutrients. The classes and extra curriculars offered are exceptional, and will leave each student with a boundless amount of opportunities in their futures.... Read 35 reviews

• grade C minus

• Total schools 7

• Students 4,240

• Charles City, VA•

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  Rating 3 out of 5  6 reviews

Freshman: Really caring teacher and staff.The developmentally appropriate program designed for 3-5 year old children in a multi-aged grouping environment provides a healthy, happy setting where children learn through play. The daily activities will be planned to meet the individual and group needs of the participating secondary students and the young children.... Read 6 reviews

• grade C minus

• Total schools 2

• Students 575

• Richmond, VA•

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  Rating 3.28 out of 5  64 reviews

Sophomore: I feel that Richmond Public schools get a really bad representation due to long-lasting stereotypes and news stories but is absolutely great because of how the students get to interact with what they are learning about. As a person who has experienced the learning technique of the teachers who work in RPS schools, I feel that they might get frustrated with how the students react to what they should be learning. Compared to other school districts, we have more benefits yet, while lacking some. Some school buildings aren't up to high standard such as some Henrico schools. I do love the fact that Richmond Public Schools gives out free Breakfast and Lunches , which is ver much needed for certain students during the pandemic. Over all, Richmond public schools isn't perfect like many school districts yet, they are putting forth there most effort.... Read 64 reviews

• grade C minus

• Total schools 54

• Students 28,225

• Petersburg, VA•

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  Rating 3.21 out of 5  28 reviews

Alum: My years in Petersburg high school were great experiences. I was able to make it through high school with the help of my teachers. they've helped me after school hours and gave me tips on studying better, and getting me on the right track with my academics. They have an excellent tutoring program after school and it helped me with anything that i had troubles with with my class courses. I however do wish they would have more fun educational activities for students to engage in.... Read 28 reviews

• grade D minus

• Total schools 7

• Students 4,045