Serving 1,612 students in grades 9-12, Kecoughtan High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,612 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kecoughtan High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Kecoughtan High School's student population of 1,612 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 119 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,612 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
119 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kecoughtan High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kecoughtan High School is 0.66, 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
#262 out of 1792 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
8%
18%
Black
44%
22%
White
38%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kecoughtan High School's ranking?
Kecoughtan High School is ranked #262 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Kecoughtan High School often compared to?
Kecoughtan High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Phoebus High School, Bethel High School, Hampton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kecoughtan High School?
The graduation rate of Kecoughtan High School is 95%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Kecoughtan High School?
1,612 students attend Kecoughtan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Kecoughtan High School students are Black, 38% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kecoughtan High School?
Kecoughtan High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kecoughtan High School offer ?
Kecoughtan High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Kecoughtan High School part of?
Kecoughtan High School is part of Hampton City PBLC Schs School District.
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