John Marshall High

645 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

John Marshall High School, located in the Northside of Richmond, Virginia, is a historic institution with a legacy that spans over a century. Known for its academic programs and vibrant school spirit, the school serves a diverse student population and places a strong emphasis on preparing its graduates for post-secondary success through various college and career-readiness initiatives. As part of Richmond Public Schools, John Marshall acts as a vital community anchor, focusing on both the intellectual development of its students and their active participation in the local community.

Beyond the classroom, the school is perhaps most renowned for its exceptional athletics program, particularly its storied boys' basketball team, which has consistently been a powerhouse in Virginia state competitions. The school takes great pride in fostering a competitive and supportive environment that encourages students to excel in extracurricular activities alongside their studies. With its prominent location on Old Brook Road, John Marshall High School remains a significant landmark in Richmond, dedicated to upholding its long-standing traditions while evolving to meet the modern educational needs of its student body.

645

Total Students

63.0

Full-Time Teachers

10.2

Student/Teacher Ratio

133.8%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for John Marshall High
Demographic	Student Count
White	82
Hispanic	29
Black	499
Asian	12
Two or More	21
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	1

Black
499 (77.4%)
White
82 (12.7%)
Hispanic
29 (4.5%)
Two or More
21 (3.3%)
Asian
12 (1.9%)
American Indian
1 (0.2%)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.2%)

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:	Richmond City Public Schools
Phone:	(804)780-6052
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	645
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	63.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	10.2
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	863
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 9 175

Grade 10 166

Grade 11 141

Grade 12 163