Best Schools in Henrico, Virginia
7 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 High · 4 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Henrico by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Henrico Virtual Academy
Other · Henrico County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
7
1 public · 6 private
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$319,150
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
7
1 public · 6 private
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$319,150
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Henrico
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 rated schools; 7 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Henrico Virtual Academy | 5.5 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.5/10
- Median household income
- $77,117
- Median home value
- $319,150
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 41%
- Avg commute
- 22 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 55%
20% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Henrico compares
Virginia rank
#143 of 185
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.7
below Virginia avg (6.2)
Median household income
$77k
88% of Virginia median
Schools in this city
5
Henrico County Public Schools runs Henrico's public schools
1 public school. Henrico County Public Schools is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Henrico is a Henrico County Public Schools school (1 of 1).
About Schools in Henrico, Virginia
Henrico, Virginia is home to 7 schools, including 1 public school and 6 private schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.5 out of 10, schools in Henrico show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Henrico is Academy of Academic Excellence with a composite score of 7.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Henrico is served by 1 school district: Henrico County Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 50,463 students.
Henrico's community shows 41% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $77,117. The poverty rate in the area is 11.6%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 47 students · Pre-K–5th | Not Rated |
| 2 | 126 students · Kindergarten–8th | Not Rated |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lynnhaven SchoolPrivate 48 students · 9th–12th | Not Rated |
Other Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 642 students · Kindergarten–12th | 5.5 | ||
Private Schools3 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Temple Beth EL SchoolPrivate 92 students · Pre-K–10th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | East End Christian AcademyPrivate 14 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 3 | John G. Wood SchoolPrivate 27 students · 3rd–12th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Henrico
Henrico, Virginia · 7 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 6 ZIP codes
Median Income
$77,117
Median Home Value
$319,150
Median Rent
$1,421/mo
Population
212,106
College Educated
41%
Homeownership
55%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
11.6%
Community Profile
Henrico has a median household income of $77,117. It is a well-educated community where 41% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $319,150, with a median rent of $1,421/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.6%. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Virginia
- Elementary
- 2
- High
- 1
- Other
- 4
Resources
School District
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Henrico, Virginia
How many schools are in Henrico, Virginia?
Henrico has 7 schools, including 1 public and 6 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Henrico, Virginia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Henrico is 5.5 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Henrico, Virginia?
The top-ranked school in Henrico on MySchoolScout is Henrico Virtual Academy with a composite score of 5.5/10.
How many school districts serve Henrico, Virginia?
Henrico is served by 1 school district: Henrico County Public Schools.
What is the education level in Henrico, Virginia?
According to Census data, 41% of adults in Henrico have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Henrico, Virginia?
The median household income in Henrico is approximately $77,117 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Henrico, Virginia?
Yes, Henrico has 6 private schools alongside 1 public schools. The top-rated private school is Academy of Academic Excellence with a score of 7.6/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Henrico, Virginia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Henrico is 12.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Henrico, Virginia?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Virginia Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.