Overview

Jamestown High School is a public school in Williamsburg, VA, offering AP courses, 6 sports, and Project Lead The Way curriculum. It is one of 3 high schools in Williamsburg-James City Public Schools.

School Rating

Jamestown High School is performing above average compared to public and charter schools in Virginia with the same grade levels.
7/10
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College Success

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Advanced Courses

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Test Scores

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Courses & Programs

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STUDENT LIFE

Student Demographics

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About the School


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Neighborhood

3751 John Tyler Hwy
Williamsburg, VA 23135
School leader: Mr Howard Townsend
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