Serving 2,048 students in grades 9-12, Midlothian High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 95% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,048 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Midlothian High serves the northwest part of Midlothian, VA, covering an area of approximately 32.1 square miles with typical drive times to the school ranging from 5 to 10 minutes. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 6 miles from the school, with an average distance to the zone's edge of 3.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Midlothian High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Midlothian High School's student population of 2,048 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 129 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,048 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
129 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1911
School Rankings
Midlothian High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Midlothian High School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#521 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)95%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)84%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
71%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
96%
88.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.8%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Trojans
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Midlothian High School's ranking?
Midlothian High School is ranked #521 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Midlothian High School often compared to?
Midlothian High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cosby High School, James River High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Midlothian High School?
The graduation rate of Midlothian High School is 96%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 88.8%.
How many students attend Midlothian High School?
2,048 students attend Midlothian High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Midlothian High School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Midlothian High School?
Midlothian High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Midlothian High School offer ?
Midlothian High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Midlothian High School part of?
Midlothian High School is part of Chesterfield County School District.
In what neighborhood is Midlothian High School located?
Midlothian High School is located in the Charter Colony neighborhood of Midlothian, VA.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Despite the fact that many will tell you that Midlothian is one of the best schools around, it isn't. In fact it is far from it and if it truly is one of the best in the area, that says terrible terrible things about this area! Midlo is a terrible school with bad administration and worse teachers. I am an upperclassmen there and I can honestly say that I can count on one hand the number of good teachers I have had and have fingers left over. Chesterfield County is a bad district to start off with. They have little if any control over the schools, little funding, and a lot of trailers! Midlo is one of the only schools in the county which does not have trailers! Also the county is DESPERATE for teachers and will hire anyone willing to commit. So bad teachers, the music program is a joke, and the administration has absolutely no backbone to stand up to teachers so guess who rules the school, THE TEACHERS! They do whatever they please because they know they can't get fired. The administration only cares about petty things, mostly cell phones. The facilities are grotesque too. So if you can avoid Midlo or even better Chesterfield County, DO!
4 10/10/2025
I enjoyed my experience at Midlothian High School. The principal, Mr. Abel, has a great energy about him that changed the school environment when he began back in 2012 (?). Midlothian is not the most diverse school around and could do more to educate their students about race and culture. The parent population is a bit overwhelming and filled with helicopter parents that need to take a step back. All in all, no school is perfect but Midlothian definitely works hard to appeal to the needs of their students.
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