Richlands High School is located in Richlands, Virginia in Tazewell County. Athletic teams compete in the Virginia High School League's AA Southwest District in Region IV.
Serving 600 students in grades 9-12, Richlands High School ranks in the top 50% 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 50-59% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 600 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richlands High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Richlands High School's student population of 600 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
600 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Rankings
Richlands High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richlands High School is 0.06, 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
#766 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)85-89%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)62%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
1%
19%
Black
n/a
22%
White
97%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Blue Tornado
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richlands High School's ranking?
Richlands High School is ranked #766 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Richlands High School often compared to?
Richlands High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tazewell High School, Graham High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Richlands High School?
The graduation rate of Richlands High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Richlands High School?
600 students attend Richlands High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Richlands High School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richlands High School?
Richlands High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Richlands High School offer ?
Richlands High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Richlands High School part of?
Richlands High School is part of Tazewell County School District.
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