John Randolph Tucker High School is a public high school in the West End of Henrico County, Virginia, United States. It is named after lawyer and judge John Randolph Tucker. Its students and faculty often refer to themselves as “Tigers," and locals often refer to the school as "Tucker."
Serving 2,032 students in grades 9-12, John Randolph Tucker High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,032 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: 74% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John Randolph Tucker High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
John Randolph Tucker High School's student population of 2,032 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 109 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,032 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
109 teachers
Year Founded
1962
Colors
Blue, Orange
School Rankings
John Randolph Tucker High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John Randolph Tucker High School is 0.78, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#585 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)50-59%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)79%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)61%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
8%
Hispanic
28%
19%
Black
22%
22%
White
27%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)74%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Randolph Tucker High School's ranking?
John Randolph Tucker High School is ranked #585 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are John Randolph Tucker High School often compared to?
John Randolph Tucker High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Douglas S. Freeman High School, Mills E. Godwin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of John Randolph Tucker High School?
The graduation rate of John Randolph Tucker High School is 74%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend John Randolph Tucker High School?
2,032 students attend John Randolph Tucker High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of John Randolph Tucker High School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 22% of students are Black, 17% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of John Randolph Tucker High School?
John Randolph Tucker High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does John Randolph Tucker High School offer ?
John Randolph Tucker High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John Randolph Tucker High School part of?
John Randolph Tucker High School is part of Henrico County School District.
School Reviews
5 12/14/2020
I attended JRT from 7th - 12th grades. I look back on my time there with great fondness. I have lots of great memories of pep rallies, games, dances and performances, wonderful teachers, when Bldg 10 was the ''new'' building, and I witnessed the collapse of the gym roof (fortunately there were no fatalities). As I watch the new school being built, I am hopeful that future generations will carry on the legacy of excellence. Go Tigers!
5 10/20/2015
John Randolph Tucker is a great a school. Not only because I went there my four years of high school, but also because even my cousins who moved and started going there, said they liked it. The teachers are very supportive and they help any one who seeks help. You can do just about anything since they have a variety of sports, I was part of the girls soccer team one year and I loved it, unfortunately i couldn't do it more years because of the other classes I was going to take.
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