publichighGrade 9-12

James River High

9906 Springwood Rd, Buchanan, VA 24066, United States

+1 (540) 254-1121

http://jrhs.bcps.k12.va.us

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James River High Overview

About This School

James River High is a public high in Buchanan, Virginia, serving 464 students in grades 9-12. The school maintains a 14:1 student-teacher ratio with 31 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $63,215. Guidance services are available through a ratio of 232 students per counselor. Students at the school represent a diverse demographic, consisting of 92% White, 4% Two or More Races, 2% Hispanic, and 2% Black students. The student body is evenly split between male and female populations.

464

Total Students

Grade 9-12

14:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

31 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts0%

Mathematics0%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

Grade 9-12

County

Botetourt County

Students per Counselor

232:1

James River High Academics & Test Scores

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English Language Arts

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Class Information

14:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 13:1

State Avg: 13.3:1

232

Students per Counselor

James River High Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$63,215

City Avg: $63,215

State Avg: $66,502

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio14:1

Students per Counselor232:1

James River High Student Demographics

Student Body

50%

Male

50%

Female

Total Enrollment: 464 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White91.81%

Hispanic2.16%

Asian0%

Black1.94%

Two or More Races3.88%

Native American0.22%

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Frequently Asked Questions About James River High

Q: What is James River High?

A: James River High is a high public located in Buchanan.

Q: How many students attend James River High?

A: James River High has approximately 464 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at James River High?

A: The student-teacher ratio at James River High is 14:1.

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Detailed Information about James River High

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About James River High - Buchanan, VA

Quick Facts about James River High
School Name	James River High
School Type	public
Grade Levels	Grade 9-12
Location	9906 Springwood Rd, Buchanan, VA 24066, Buchanan, VA
County	Botetourt County
Phone	+1 (540) 254-1121
Total Students	464
Student-Teacher Ratio	14:1
Full-Time Teachers	31
Rating	/10
ELA Proficiency	%
Math Proficiency	%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about James River High

What is James River High?

James River High is a high public located in Buchanan.

How many students attend James River High?

James River High has approximately 464 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at James River High?

The student-teacher ratio at James River High is 14:1.

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