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Mills E. Godwin High

High School · Henrico County Public Schools

2101 Pump Rd, Richmond, VA 23238

Enrollment

1,740

Student-Teacher

17.4:1

Score

6.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Virginia schools

#742 of 1,851

In Richmond

#14 of 94

public schools

In district

#14 of 67

Henrico County Public Schools

Academic performance

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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6.9/10

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About Mills E. Godwin High

Mills E. Godwin High is a public high school in Richmond, VA, part of Henrico County Public Schools. Mills E.

Godwin High serves approximately 1,740 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Mills E. Godwin High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #742 of 1,851 schools in VA.

Structured state assessment records for Mills E. Godwin High show 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 96% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • VA avg 6.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.8Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.72 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.7Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency85% (2025 SOL)
Reading/ELA Proficiency92% (2025 SOL)
Math vs. State Avg+9.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+16.3 pts
Overall Proficiency89% (2025 SOL, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)82% (model expectation from 2025 SOL)
vs. Expected+6.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile80th
College Readiness8.4Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate94%
AP Participation37.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.6Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,973
Chronic Absenteeism11.8%

Mills E. Godwin High — Students at Mills E. Godwin High score 88% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 82%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

29.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 87.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
75.4% (2025 SOL)
ELA Proficiency 96.0% (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
98%
ELA
99.5%
2010
Math
97%
ELA
98%
2011
Math
89%
ELA
99.5%
2012
Math
88%
ELA
98%
2013
Math
90%
ELA
97%
2014
Math
92%
ELA
97%
2015
Math
92%
ELA
97%
2016
Math
89%
ELA
97%
2017
ELA
97%
2018
Math
93%
ELA
95%
2019
Math
93%
ELA
95%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
91%
2021*
Math
67%
ELA
91%
2025
Math
85%
ELA
92%

* 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: 6.8/10.

How Mills E. Godwin High Compares

See how Mills E. Godwin High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.9/10
60th percentile in VA
Academic
8.7/10
Excellent
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.9
Sports
21
10 boys' · 11 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
29%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
100 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
37.6% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics21sports offered
10 boys'·11 girls'·30 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

2101 Pump Rd, Richmond, VA 23238

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mills E. Godwin High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Gayton Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WEST END MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Pemberton Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Richmond, see our Richmond schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
THE STEWARD SCHOOL Richmond 1.1 mi 6.1
Pinchbeck Elementary Richmond 1.5 mi 4.5
LEAF SPRINGS SCHOOL AT THREE CHOPT Henrico 1.6 mi
LEAFSPRING - THREE CHOPT Richmond 1.6 mi
Pocahontas Middle Richmond 1.8 mi 6.4
ST MARY'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL - RICHMOND Richmond 1.6 mi 5.5
Quioccasin Middle Richmond 1.5 mi 2.8
Ruby F. Carver Elementary Richmond 1.6 mi 6.1
Pemberton Elementary Richmond 1.6 mi 7.4
WEST END MONTESSORI SCHOOL Richmond 1.7 mi 7.7
Short Pump Elementary Richmond 2.1 mi 7.1
Gayton Elementary Richmond 1.8 mi 8.3
ACADEMY OF ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE Henrico 1.8 mi 6.3
RICHMOND ACADEMY Richmond 2.1 mi 7.0
GODDARD SCHOOL Richmond 2.2 mi 3.9
Maybeury Elementary Richmond 2.2 mi 4.6
Colonial Trail Elementary Glen Allen 2.8 mi 6.5
HUNTER CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Henrico 2.7 mi 6.1
COLLEGIATE SCHOOL Richmond 3.0 mi 4.8
Jackson Davis Elementary Richmond 2.5 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 23238 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$97,286

Median Home Value

$392,500

Median Rent

$1,679/mo

Population

25,893

College Educated

56.3%

Homeownership

60%

Avg Commute

23.4 min

Poverty Rate

9.9%

Median Age

43.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mills E. Godwin High

What grades does Mills E. Godwin High serve?

Mills E. Godwin High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Mills E. Godwin High?

Mills E. Godwin High has an enrollment of approximately 1,740 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mills E. Godwin High?

The student-teacher ratio at Mills E. Godwin High is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mills E. Godwin High rank in VA?

Mills E. Godwin High ranks #742 of 1,851 schools in VA.

What is Mills E. Godwin High's MySchoolScout rating?

Mills E. Godwin High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Mills E. Godwin High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mills E. Godwin High has 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 96% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Mills E. Godwin High a charter school?

No, Mills E. Godwin High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Mills E. Godwin High a Title I school?

No, Mills E. Godwin High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mills E. Godwin High?

29.1% of students at Mills E. Godwin 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
33 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,740
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
100
Free/Reduced Lunch
29.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Henrico County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.8%
4-Year Graduation
94.0%

District

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

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