For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public high schools serving 20,738 students in Chesterfield County, VA.
The top-ranked public high schools in Chesterfield County, VA are Cosby High School, Midlothian High School and Monacan High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Chesterfield County, VA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Virginia public high school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 81% statewide average). High schools in Chesterfield County have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public high schools.
Chesterfield County, VA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is equal to the Virginia average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Cosby High School, with 98% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Virginia public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Chesterfield County (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cosby High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 92%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
14300 Fox Club Parkway
Midlothian, VA 23112
(804) 639-8340
Midlothian, VA 23112
(804) 639-8340
Gr: 9-12 | 2,507 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
Midlothian High School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 95%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
401 Charter Colony Pkwy.
Midlothian, VA 23114
(804) 378-2440
Midlothian, VA 23114
(804) 378-2440
Gr: 9-12 | 2,048 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #33.
Monacan High School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11501 Smoketree Dr.
Richmond, VA 23236
(804) 378-2480
Richmond, VA 23236
(804) 378-2480
Gr: 9-12 | 1,644 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #44.
Clover Hill High School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
13301 Kelly Green Lane
Midlothian, VA 23112
(804) 739-6230
Midlothian, VA 23112
(804) 739-6230
Gr: 9-12 | 1,742 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Matoaca High School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
17700 Longhouse Lane
Chesterfield, VA 23838
(804) 590-3108
Chesterfield, VA 23838
(804) 590-3108
Gr: 9-12 | 1,624 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Thomas Dale High School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3626 W. Hundred Rd.
Chester, VA 23831
(804) 768-6245
Chester, VA 23831
(804) 768-6245
Gr: 9-12 | 2,582 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #77.
Lloyd C. Bird High School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
10301 Courthouse Rd.
Chesterfield, VA 23832
(804) 768-6110
Chesterfield, VA 23832
(804) 768-6110
Gr: 9-12 | 2,131 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #88.
James River High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3700 James River Rd.
Midlothian, VA 23113
(804) 378-2420
Midlothian, VA 23113
(804) 378-2420
Gr: 9-12 | 1,842 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #99.
Manchester High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
12601 Bailey Bridge Rd.
Midlothian, VA 23112
(804) 739-6275
Midlothian, VA 23112
(804) 739-6275
Gr: 9-12 | 2,236 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #1010.
Meadowbrook High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4901 Cogbill Rd.
Richmond, VA 23234
(804) 743-3675
Richmond, VA 23234
(804) 743-3675
Gr: 9-12 | 1,953 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #1111.
Carver College And Career Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
12400 Branders Bridge Road
Chester, VA 23831
(804) 768-6156
Chester, VA 23831
(804) 768-6156
Gr: 9-12 | 272 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Chesterfield County, VA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Chesterfield County, VA include Cosby High School, Midlothian High School and Monacan High School.
How many public high schools are located in Chesterfield County?
11 public high schools are located in Chesterfield County.
What is the racial composition of students in Chesterfield County?
Chesterfield County public high schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Virginia public high schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Chesterfield County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Chesterfield County include: Midlothian High School vs. Cosby High School, Cosby High School vs. Midlothian High School, Meadowbrook High School vs. Lloyd C. Bird High School
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