James River High School

James River High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
9906 Springwood Rd,  Buchanan, VA
Botetourt County Public Schools
4.0
4.2
461 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mr. James M. Talbott Jr.
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Average SAT Score
1210
Average ACT Score
27
Math Proficiency
95%
Reading Proficiency
87%
Average GPA
3.6
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
B
Teachers
C+
College Prep
B-
Administration
B
Resources/Facilities
B-
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
C+
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.6
Reading Proficiency
87%
Math Proficiency
95%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
30
Full Time Teachers
30
Teachers in First or Second Year
7.9%
College Prep
Average SAT
1210
Math
590
Verbal
610
Average ACT
27
Math
25
English
28
Reading
29
Science
27
Number of AP Courses
6
AP Pass Rate
72.2%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
163:1

Student Diversity

Male
53.3%
Female
46.7%
White
92.2%
Two or more races
3%
Hispanic
2.8%
Black
1.7%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
James Madison University 65 Students
Liberty University 51 Students
Radford University 51 Students
Virginia Western Community College 50 Students
University of Virginia 46 Students
Virginia Tech 46 Students
Roanoke College 40 Students
William & Mary 29 Students
Virginia Commonwealth University 25 Students
George Mason University 23 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 28 Students
Business 19 Students
Biology 18 Students
Psychology 17 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 15 Students
Elementary Education 11 Students
Environmental Science 8 Students
Health Professions 7 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 6 Students
Communications 6 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.0 51 Reviews
3.0 NicheUser
6/22/2022
I liked the staff when I was there, they were understanding but slow at times when you needed something. It's a good environment and overall good studies but some of the teachers can be to laid back.
3.0 Alum
12/3/2020
Most teachers are very friendly and helpful. Getting help with finding colleges, scholarships, and paying for college credits offered by the school could definitely improve, however.
5.0 Alum
7/31/2020
James River has some pretty good teachers, of course some better than others. It's a small, homey school, so everyone knows everyone, but I felt included at River, and didn't see or hear of any sort of bullying. The sports programs were average, hard to be anything more considering where we are located and how small the school is. Overall, my high school experience was great.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.2 5 Reviews
5.0 parent
4/14/2025
Our children all graduated from James River. They all have very fond memories of high school, and I was always impressed by the commitment and dedication of the teachers and staff. This school is a bright spot in Botetourt County schools.
4.0 student
4/18/2024
There's nothing particularly wrong with James River High School, the biggest issue would be the students overall.
2.0 other
2/28/2023
I was very disappointed with the impersonal nature of communication from administration at this school following recent interaction. I am sure there are good people there, however, first impressions are lasting ones. I imagine courtesy and etiquette are considered obsolete. I would have expected bet...
5.0 other
9/20/2022
I loved going here for high school! I learned so much about the subjects I took as well as myself as a person!

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James River High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Buchanan, VA and is served by the Botetourt County Public Schools in Virginia. The school has a total enrollment of 461 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Academic records show that 95% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 87% are proficient in reading. James River High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.6, the graduation rate is 95%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1210 and an ACT score of 27. Learn more about what Buchanan has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near James River High School.

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