Richmond County Sch

What Richmond County Sch does

Richmond County Public Schools (RCPS), governed by the Richmond County School Board, is a Virginia public K-12 school division headquartered in Warsaw, Virginia. It operates three schools — Rappahannock High School (grades 9-12), Richmond County Elementary/Middle School (grades K-8), and Mackey-Thompson Learning Center — serving approximately 1,389 students in Average Daily Membership across the Northern Neck region. Academic programs include Advanced Placement courses, dual enrollment with Rappahannock Community College, the Governor's STEM Academy via Project Lead the Way, gifted and talented education, English Language Learners (WIDA standards), Title I reading/math support, and special education services for students ages 2-21.

The division's technology infrastructure centers on a 1:1 laptop program providing a school-issued device to every K-12 student, anchored by Canvas (learning management system), PowerSchool (student information system), ClassLink (single sign-on), Classwize (classroom management), and NWEA/Mastery Connect for assessment. The division also licenses more than 80 third-party EdTech platforms spanning curriculum (Lexia, IXL, Nearpod, Discovery Education), intervention (HMH Read180, Edmentum Exact Path), coding (CodeHS, Scratch, Swift Playground, Python), CTE (iCEV, Virtual Business), and communications (School Messenger, ClassDojo, Remind). The district website is built on Finalsite, and FERPA and WCAG 2.0 AA compliance are maintained.

As a government entity, RCPS does not generate commercial revenue. Its FY2025-2026 operating budget is $21,308,474, sourced primarily from Virginia state funds (~$13.37M, 62.7%), Richmond County local appropriations (~$5.64M, 26.5%), food services (~$859K under the Community Eligibility Program), and federal grants (~$776K, principally Title I and special education). The School Nutrition Program provides free breakfast and lunch to all enrolled students. The district is led by Superintendent Dr. Bernard S. 'Trey' Davis III (appointed February 1, 2021) and is governed by an elected five-member school board. In 2025 the board was named Virginia School Boards Association (VSBA) School Board of the Year — recognized as one of the top school divisions in the Commonwealth — and the division operates under a published 2025-2030 Strategic Plan. A planned superintendent transition is scheduled for September 2026.

Name

Richmond County Sch

Legal name

Richmond County School Board

Website

https://richmond-county.k12.va.us

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Richmond County Public Schools is a Virginia K-12 public school division operating three schools in Warsaw, VA, serving approximately 1,389 students with a $21.3 million state-and-locally funded budget, comprehensive EdTech integration, and dual-enrollment college pathways.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

K-12 Public Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Public School Districts (K–12) (EDADABAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Specialized Programs & Classrooms (Autism, Emotional/Behavioral, Intellectual/Developmental, Multi-Disability) (EDAJAKAH), After-School Academic Support Programs (Centers & Clubs) (EDAJALAM)

Keywords

• K-12 public education
• Special education services
• School nutrition programs
• Gifted education programs
• Educational technology access

Headquarters

HQ city

Warsaw

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. State Funding: Primary revenue source from Virginia state funds, approximately $13.37 million in 2025-2026 proposed budget, representing the largest portion of operational funding.
2. Local Government Funds: Local government contribution from Richmond County, approximately $5.64 million in 2025-2026, representing significant local tax support for operations.
3. Federal Funds and Grants: Federal funding and grants including Title I, special education, and other federal programs, approximately $776,000 in 2025-2026 proposed budget.
4. Food Services Revenue: School nutrition program operating under CEP (Community Eligibility Program), with meals provided free to all students. Revenue from food services approximately $859,000 in 2025-2026.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Richmond County Public Schools (RCPS) operates a K-12 public school division headquartered in Warsaw, Virginia, serving approximately 1,389 students across three schools: Rappahannock High School, Richmond County Elementary/Middle School, and Mackey-Thompson Learning Center. The division delivers comprehensive academic instruction, specialized programs (Gifted & Talented Education, Title I, English Language Learners, Special Education), career and technical education pathways, and dual enrollment/AP opportunities. Supporting services include the USDA Community Eligibility Provision for free meals, a 1:1 student laptop program, and operational functions spanning human resources, finance, technology, and transportation.

Product overview

Richmond County Public Schools is a public school district in Warsaw, Virginia operating three schools: Rappahannock High School (grades 9-12), Richmond County Elementary/Middle School (grades K-8), and Mackey-Thompson Learning Center. The district offers a portfolio of educational programs including Gifted and Talented Education, Title I support services, English Language Learners (ELL) instruction, and Special Education services. Technology-enabled learning is supported through Canvas (learning management system), PowerSchool (student information system), and a 1:1 laptop program providing devices to all K-12 students. The district also provides online learning through APEX, Virtual Virginia, and Project Lead the Way STEM Academy. Supporting services include School Nutrition (free meals via CEP), SchoolCash Online payments, Anonymous Alerts safety reporting, and employee benefits administration including a 403(b) retirement plan. The Richmond County Education Foundation supports students through scholarships and classroom grants.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Rappahannock High School Public high school within Richmond County Public Schools that serves secondary-grade students with academic coursework including AP and dual enrollment options, career and technical education pathways, and athletics/activities under the 'Raiders' identity.
• Richmond County Elementary/Middle School Public elementary and middle school in Warsaw, Virginia, serving students in the elementary and middle school grade bands with core academic instruction and the Gifted and Talented Education program.
• Mackey-Thompson Learning Center School and learning center within Richmond County Public Schools providing academic continuity and instructional support to home-instructed students residing in the county.
• Gifted and Talented Education Program Division-level program that identifies and serves academically gifted and talented students through differentiated instruction across the three schools.
• Title I Program Title I educational services providing supplemental instructional support to eligible students, funded through the federal Title I program.
• English Language Learners (ELL) Program English-as-a-second-language instructional services for students whose primary language is not English, supporting integration into mainstream English-medium classrooms.
• Special Education Services Special education program providing IEP-based services, specialized instruction, and related services to students with disabilities, directed by the Director of Special Education.
• School Nutrition Program Division-wide school meal program providing free breakfast and lunch to all enrolled students via the USDA Community Eligibility Provision.
• RCPS 1:1 Laptop Program One-to-one device program providing each student in the division with a personal laptop for instructional use, supported by the division's Canvas LMS and ClassLink infrastructure.
• Richmond County Education Foundation Foundation supporting Richmond County Public Schools through private donations that fund scholarships and supplemental student programs.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% accreditation status achieved for schools
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration83 records

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Northern Neck NewsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal newspaper providing community news coverage and marketing support for school events and achievements.
• Richmond County YMCAminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCommunity partner supporting youth programs and community engagement initiatives.
• WRARminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal radio station partner providing community broadcast support.
• WNNTminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal radio station partner providing community broadcast support.
• Northern Neck Tourism CouncilminorGTM or Marketing PartnerRegional tourism organization partnered for community promotion.
• Richmond County LibrarycoreOthersLibrary provides educational resources and support for student learning and literacy programs.
• Rappahannock Community CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvides dual enrollment courses for high school students to earn college credit. Chesapeake Bay Governor's School operates on their campuses. Critical partner for college readiness and workforce development.
• Citizens and Farmers Bank - WarsawminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal financial institution partner supporting community education initiatives.
• Atlantic Union Bank - WarsawminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal financial institution partner supporting community education initiatives.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Rappahannock County Public Schools: Small rural Virginia public school district sharing the Rappahannock Community College partnership footprint. Operates under similar state funding formulas with comparable program offerings.
• Northumberland County Public Schools: Neighboring Northern Neck public school district of comparable scale and rural demographic profile. Shares regional partnerships including the Chesapeake Bay Governor's School and is led by leadership drawn from overlapping career pipelines.
• Essex County Public Schools: Adjacent rural Virginia school district with similar enrollment size and funding structure. Operates within commuting distance of Warsaw and competes with RCPS for teachers, students, and federal/state equity funding.
• Westmoreland County Public Schools: Adjacent Northern Neck, Virginia public school district serving a similar small rural student population. Operates K-12 schools with comparable governance, funding mix, and regional partnership structure (e.g., Rappahannock Community College dual enrollment).
• Mathews County Public Schools: Small rural Virginia public school district in the Tidewater/Middle Peninsula region. Similar in scale and demographic profile, competing for regional recognition and federal program funding.
• Middlesex County Public Schools: Small rural Virginia public school district in the same coastal region with comparable enrollment, budget scale, and reliance on state and local government appropriations.
• King and Queen County Public Schools: Small rural Virginia school district of similar scale. Notable as the prior employer of Dr. Davis (Principal at King and Queen Central High School, 2010-2013), illustrating the shared leadership pipeline across these small districts.
• King William County Public Schools: Comparable small rural Virginia school district east of Richmond. Operates under the same state funding formulas, Standards of Learning assessments, and federal program requirements.
• Lancaster County Public Schools: Northern Neck public school district serving a similar small rural population. Comparable K-12 structure with analogous technology, special education, and federal program profiles.

Others

• Virginia School Boards Association: Industry/peer association representing Virginia school boards, including the body that awarded RCPS the 2025 School Board of the Year. Functions as a governance peer and best-practice network rather than a direct competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/RichmondCountyPublicSchools

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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