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Highland Springs High
High School · Henrico County Public Schools
200 S. Airport Drive, Highland Springs, VA 23075
Enrollment
1,990
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
5.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,990
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
5.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Virginia schools
#1,236 of 1,851
In Highland Springs
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#29 of 67
Henrico County Public Schools
Equity
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Highland Springs High
Highland Springs High is a public high school in Highland Springs, VA, part of Henrico County Public Schools. Highland Springs High serves approximately 1,990 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Highland Springs High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,236 of 1,851 schools in VA.
Structured state assessment records for Highland Springs High show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- VA avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at Highland Springs High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Highland Springs High — Students at Highland Springs High score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)
Based on 27 test records from VA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.3/10.
How Highland Springs High Compares
See how Highland Springs High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
200 S. Airport Drive, Highland Springs, VA 23075
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Highland Springs High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Mechanicsville High (rated 8.1/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Mechanicsville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHURCH HILL ACADEMY (rated 5.7/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Richmond), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Highland Springs, see our Highland Springs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fair Oaks Elementary Highland Springs | 0.3 mi | 2.4 |
| Sandston Elementary Sandston | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Highland Springs Elementary Highland Springs | 1.0 mi | 1.6 |
| Henrico Virtual Academy Henrico | 1.4 mi | — |
| Seven Pines Elementary Sandston | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Cashell Donahoe Elementary Sandston | 1.7 mi | 2.4 |
| Fairfield Middle Richmond | 2.0 mi | 3.2 |
| Jacob L. Adams Elementary Richmond | 2.3 mi | 3.0 |
| LANDMARK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Richmond | 2.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Arthur Ashe Jr. Elementary Richmond | 3.3 mi | 3.7 |
| Montrose Elementary Richmond | 3.1 mi | 3.8 |
| Cold Harbor Elementary Mechanicsville | 3.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Harvie Elementary Richmond | 3.8 mi | 5.3 |
| CHURCH HILL ACADEMY Richmond | 3.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Henry D. Ward Elementary Richmond | 4.8 mi | 3.7 |
| George F. Baker Elementary Richmond | 4.5 mi | 2.3 |
| Harold Macon Ratcliffe Elementary Richmond | 4.2 mi | 2.3 |
| ANNA JULIA COOPER SCHOOL Richmond | 4.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Mechanicsville High Mechanicsville | 5.3 mi | 8.1 |
| John Rolfe Middle Richmond | 4.9 mi | 2.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 23075 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,947
Median Home Value
$198,900
Median Rent
$1,252/mo
Population
8,235
College Educated
21.6%
Homeownership
62.3%
Avg Commute
24.6 min
Poverty Rate
17.7%
Median Age
36.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Amherst County High Amherst, VA | 5.5 |
| Harrisonburg High Harrisonburg, VA | 5.5 |
| Huguenot High Richmond, VA | 5.5 |
| John Handley High Winchester, VA | 5.5 |
| Norview High Norfolk, VA | 5.5 |
| Culpeper County High Culpeper, VA | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Highland Springs High
What grades does Highland Springs High serve?
Highland Springs High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Highland Springs High?
Highland Springs High has an enrollment of approximately 1,990 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Highland Springs High?
The student-teacher ratio at Highland Springs High is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Highland Springs High rank in VA?
Highland Springs High ranks #1,236 of 1,851 schools in VA.
What is Highland Springs High's MySchoolScout rating?
Highland Springs High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Highland Springs High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Highland Springs High has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Highland Springs High a charter school?
No, Highland Springs High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Highland Springs High a Title I school?
No, Highland Springs High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Highland Springs High?
91.1% of students at Highland Springs 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,990
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 113
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Henrico County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.2%
- Phone
- (804) 328-4000
- 4-Year Graduation
- 80.0%
Resources & Links
District
Henrico County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 50,463
- Schools in District
- 81
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,973
- District Rank
- #29 of 67
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