John Randolph Tucker High

2,132 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

John Randolph Tucker High School, located in the West End of Henrico County, Virginia, is a comprehensive public high school serving a diverse student body. Known for its strong academic focus, the school offers a wide range of programs, including Advanced Placement (AP) courses, career and technical education, and the prestigious International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme. This challenging curriculum is designed to prepare students for higher education and competitive careers, fostering a culture of academic rigor and intellectual curiosity.

Beyond academics, J.R. Tucker maintains a vibrant extracurricular scene that emphasizes community and student engagement. The school hosts numerous athletic teams, fine arts programs, and specialized clubs that encourage students to explore their interests and develop leadership skills. With its commitment to holistic development and its reputation for preparing students for the global workforce, J.R. Tucker High School remains a cornerstone of the Richmond-area educational community.

2,132

Total Students

113.7

Full-Time Teachers

18.8

Student/Teacher Ratio

88.4%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for John Randolph Tucker High
Demographic	Student Count
White	535
Hispanic	644
Black	418
Asian	397
Two or More	134
American Indian	2
Pacific Islander	2

Hispanic
644 (30.2%)
White
535 (25.1%)
Black
418 (19.6%)
Asian
397 (18.6%)
Two or More
134 (6.3%)
American Indian
2 (0.1%)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.1%)

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:	Henrico County Public Schools
Phone:	(804)527-4600
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	2,132
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	113.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	18.8
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	1,885
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 9 614

Grade 10 557

Grade 11 465

Grade 12 496