VAHighProfile data from NCES 2023-24

James River High — School Profile & District Info

High|Buchanan, Virginia|Botetourt County Public Schools

Buchanan, VA 24066

School Profile

Grades
9–12
Enrollment
461
Student:Teacher
15.4:1
Locale
Rural
Econ. Disadvantaged
33.6%

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency
85-89%
Math Proficiency
>=95%
Graduation Rate
>=95%
Chronic Absenteeism
8.2%
SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program
6 courses offered
Gifted & Talented
Dual Enrollment
Athletics
11 sports offered
Student-Teacher Ratio: 11.8:1
Near average in VA

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending
$13,903
District-level data
Funding Sources
Federal 8%State 50%Local 42%

Community Context

Median Home Value
$289,094
+3.1% YoY
Roanoke, VA metro area · Zillow Feb 2026
Community Need Level
Low
CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

464
Current enrollment
Declining(-11% 5yr)

Frequently Asked Questions about James River High

As of the most recent data, 461 students are enrolled at James River High. It is a High school within the local district.

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