Richlands High

Tazewell County Public Schools
138 Tornado Alley
Richlands, VA 24641
557 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Richlands High School, located at 138 Tornado Alley in Richlands, Virginia, serves as a central educational hub for the local community within Tazewell County. Known as the home of the "Blue Tornadoes," the school fosters a spirited environment where academics, extracurricular activities, and community pride intersect. It provides a comprehensive high school curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether they intend to pursue higher education or enter the workforce directly.

Beyond the classroom, the school is deeply integrated into the culture of Richlands, with its athletic programs and student organizations playing a significant role in town life. The facility on Tornado Alley stands as a landmark in the region, reflecting the school's commitment to maintaining a supportive learning atmosphere. By balancing rigorous academic standards with a focus on student well-being and school spirit, Richlands High continues to be a cornerstone institution for the youth of Southwest Virginia.
557
Total Students
59.5
Full-Time Teachers
9.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
88.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    541 (97.1%)
  • Two or More
    10 (1.8%)
  • Hispanic
    6 (1.1%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Tazewell County Public Schools
Phone: (276)964-4602
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 557
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 59.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 9.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 493
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 9 147
Grade 10 142
Grade 11 133
Grade 12 135
Gender Ratio