Deep Run High School is a part magnet high school in Henrico County, Virginia, United States. It is named after Deep Run School, one of Henrico County's first schools which was a two-room schoolhouse that can still be found on the grounds of Short Pump Elementary School.
Serving 2,039 students in grades 9-12, Deep Run High School ranks in the top 20% 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 70-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 95% (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 54% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,039 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deep Run High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Deep Run High School's student population of 2,039 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 106 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,039 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
Year Founded
2002
Colors
Black, Royal blue
School Rankings
Deep Run High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deep Run High School is 0.67, which is less 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
#305 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)95%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)83%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
33%
8%
Hispanic
7%
19%
Black
9%
22%
White
46%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcat
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deep Run High School's ranking?
Deep Run High School is ranked #305 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Deep Run High School often compared to?
Deep Run High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glen Allen 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?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Deep Run High School?
The graduation rate of Deep Run High School is 96%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Deep Run High School?
2,039 students attend Deep Run High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Deep Run High School students are White, 33% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Deep Run High School?
Deep Run High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Deep Run High School offer ?
Deep Run High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Deep Run High School part of?
Deep Run High School is part of Henrico County School District.
In what neighborhood is Deep Run High School located?
Deep Run High School is located in the Twin Hickory neighborhood of Glen Allen, VA. There are 1 other public schools located in Twin Hickory.
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