Serving 2,289 students in grades 9-12, Grassfield High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (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 43% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,289 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grassfield High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Grassfield High School's student population of 2,289 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 138 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,289 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
138 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Grassfield High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grassfield High School is 0.63, 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
#93 out of 1792 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
12%
18%
Black
16%
22%
White
57%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Grassfield High School's ranking?
Grassfield High School is ranked #93 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Grassfield High School often compared to?
Grassfield High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hickory High School, Great Bridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Grassfield High School?
The graduation rate of Grassfield High School is 95%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Grassfield High School?
2,289 students attend Grassfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Grassfield High School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Grassfield High School?
Grassfield High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Grassfield High School offer ?
Grassfield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Grassfield High School part of?
Grassfield High School is part of Chesapeake City PBLC Schs School District.
School Reviews
2 2/24/2016
Poor academic support classes.
5 3/19/2015
Both our kids attended this school, and we are very happy with the services provided. They have a great sports program, great music and fine art education, and JROTC activities. The faculty was always very supportive, and the technology applied is state of the art.
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