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Douglas S. Freeman High

High School · Henrico County Public Schools

8701 Three Chopt Rd, Richmond, VA 23229

Enrollment

1,887

Student-Teacher

17.3:1

Score

6.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Virginia schools

#1,048 of 1,851

In Richmond

#24 of 94

public schools

In district

#24 of 67

Henrico County Public Schools

Academic performance

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Douglas S. Freeman High

6.0/10

High School in Richmond · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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2.0/10

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About Douglas S. Freeman High

Douglas S. Freeman High is a public high school in Richmond, VA, part of Henrico County Public Schools. Douglas S.

Freeman High serves approximately 1,887 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Douglas S. Freeman High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,048 of 1,851 schools in VA.

Structured state assessment records for Douglas S. Freeman High show 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 91% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • VA avg 6.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.1Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.9 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.3Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency80% (2025 SOL)
Reading/ELA Proficiency81% (2025 SOL)
Math vs. State Avg+4.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+5.3 pts
Overall Proficiency81% (2025 SOL, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)78% (model expectation from 2025 SOL)
vs. Expected+2.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
College Readiness7.4Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate85%
AP Participation35.1%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.3Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,973
Chronic Absenteeism15.6%

Douglas S. Freeman High — Students at Douglas S. Freeman High score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 78%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

43.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 81.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
75.4% (2025 SOL)
ELA Proficiency 91.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
75.7% (2025 SOL)

Based on 27 test records from VA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
94%
ELA
96%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
96%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
96%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
94%
2013
Math
84%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
84%
ELA
91%
2015
Math
79%
ELA
92%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
91%
2017
ELA
90%
2018
Math
88%
ELA
91%
2019
Math
88%
ELA
91%
2020*
Math
63%
ELA
89%
2021*
Math
63%
ELA
89%
2025
Math
80%
ELA
81%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.1/10.

How Douglas S. Freeman High Compares

See how Douglas S. Freeman High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
43th percentile in VA
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
2.3/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.9
Sports
18
9 boys' · 9 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
43%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
109 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
35.1% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics18sports offered
9 boys'·9 girls'·28 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

8701 Three Chopt Rd, Richmond, VA 23229

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Douglas S. Freeman High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Tuckahoe Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WEST END MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pemberton Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Richmond, see our Richmond schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Ridge Elementary Richmond 0.3 mi 2.0
Tuckahoe Middle Richmond 0.5 mi 4.3
JACK & JILL SCHOOL Richmond 0.7 mi 7.1
GROVE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Richmond 0.9 mi 6.2
TEMPLE BETH EL SCHOOL Henrico 1.1 mi 3.0
Tuckahoe Elementary Richmond 1.2 mi 8.0
Three Chopt Elementary Richmond 1.1 mi 7.0
RICHMOND MONTESSORI SCHOOL Richmond 1.3 mi 5.6
WEST END MONTESSORI SCHOOL Richmond 1.2 mi 7.7
Jackson Davis Elementary Richmond 1.5 mi 5.0
Pemberton Elementary Richmond 1.2 mi 7.4
HUNTER CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Henrico 1.3 mi 6.1
Quioccasin Middle Richmond 1.4 mi 2.8
Maybeury Elementary Richmond 1.4 mi 4.6
Skipwith Elementary Richmond 1.7 mi 3.2
ST MARY'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL - RICHMOND Richmond 1.6 mi 5.5
John Randolph Tucker High Richmond 2.1 mi 6.2
Pinchbeck Elementary Richmond 1.7 mi 4.5
TUCKAHOE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Richmond 1.9 mi 6.3
COLLEGIATE SCHOOL Richmond 2.3 mi 4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 23229 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$102,415

Median Home Value

$468,800

Median Rent

$1,385/mo

Population

35,883

College Educated

58.6%

Homeownership

71.7%

Avg Commute

20.4 min

Poverty Rate

8.7%

Median Age

38.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Douglas S. Freeman High

What grades does Douglas S. Freeman High serve?

Douglas S. Freeman High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Douglas S. Freeman High?

Douglas S. Freeman High has an enrollment of approximately 1,887 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Douglas S. Freeman High?

The student-teacher ratio at Douglas S. Freeman High is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Douglas S. Freeman High rank in VA?

Douglas S. Freeman High ranks #1,048 of 1,851 schools in VA.

What is Douglas S. Freeman High's MySchoolScout rating?

Douglas S. Freeman High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Douglas S. Freeman High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Douglas S. Freeman High has 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 91% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Douglas S. Freeman High a charter school?

No, Douglas S. Freeman High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Douglas S. Freeman High a Title I school?

No, Douglas S. Freeman High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Douglas S. Freeman High?

43.2% of students at Douglas S. Freeman High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
78 Very Walkable
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,887
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
109
Free/Reduced Lunch
43.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Henrico County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.6%
4-Year Graduation
85.0%

District

Henrico County Public Schools
District Enrollment
50,463
Schools in District
81
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,973
District Rank
#24 of 67

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