Serving 1,116 students in grades 9-12, Richmond High School For The Arts ranks in the bottom 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 30-39% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower 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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,116 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 44% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Richmond High School For The Arts's student population of 1,116 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 117 teachers has grown by 62% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,116 students
Total Classroom Teachers
117 teachers
Year Founded
1960
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering ALL scholars; led by passionate, highly qualified educators.
School Rankings
Richmond High School For The Arts ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richmond High School For The Arts is 0.55, 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
#1726 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15-19%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
55%
20%
Black
39%
21%
White
3%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
44%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richmond High School For The Arts's ranking?
Richmond High School For The Arts is ranked #1726 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Richmond High School For The Arts often compared to?
Richmond High School For The Artsis often viewed alongside schools like Huguenot High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Richmond High School For The Arts?
The graduation rate of Richmond High School For The Arts is 44%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Richmond High School For The Arts?
1,116 students attend Richmond High School For The Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Richmond High School For The Arts students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richmond High School For The Arts?
Richmond High School For The Arts has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Richmond High School For The Arts offer ?
Richmond High School For The Arts offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Richmond High School For The Arts part of?
Richmond High School For The Arts is part of Richmond City School District.
In what neighborhood is Richmond High School For The Arts located?
Richmond High School For The Arts is located in the Northrop neighborhood of Richmond, VA. There are 1 other public schools located in Northrop.
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