Serving 1,703 students in grades 9-12, Massaponax High School ranks in the top 30% 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 57% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,703 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Massaponax High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Massaponax High School's student population of 1,703 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 101 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,703 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
101 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Massaponax High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Massaponax High School is 0.70, 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
#504 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
21%
18%
Black
26%
22%
White
44%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Massaponax High School's ranking?
Massaponax High School is ranked #504 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Massaponax High School often compared to?
Massaponax High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Courtland High School, Riverbend High School, Chancellor High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Massaponax High School?
The graduation rate of Massaponax High School is 85%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Massaponax High School?
1,703 students attend Massaponax High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Massaponax High School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Massaponax High School?
Massaponax High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Massaponax High School offer ?
Massaponax High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Massaponax High School part of?
Massaponax High School is part of Spotsylvania Co PBLC Schs School District.
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