Serving 1,296 students in grades 9-12, George Wythe High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,296 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 54% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George Wythe High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
George Wythe High School's student population of 1,296 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,296 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
George Wythe High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George Wythe High School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1734 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
50%
18%
Black
46%
22%
White
3%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
54%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George Wythe High School's ranking?
George Wythe High School is ranked #1734 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are George Wythe High School often compared to?
George Wythe High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Huguenot High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of George Wythe High School?
The graduation rate of George Wythe High School is 54%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend George Wythe High School?
1,296 students attend George Wythe High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of George Wythe High School students are Hispanic, 46% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of George Wythe High School?
George Wythe High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does George Wythe High School offer ?
George Wythe High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is George Wythe High School part of?
George Wythe High School is part of Richmond City PBLC Schs School District.
In what neighborhood is George Wythe High School located?
George Wythe High School is located in the Northrop neighborhood of Richmond, VA. There are 1 other public schools located in Northrop.
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