Serving 1,152 students in grades 9-12, Western Albemarle 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 72% (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 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,152 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Western Albemarle 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
Western Albemarle High School's student population of 1,152 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,152 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Western Albemarle 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 Western Albemarle High School is 0.27, 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
#158 out of 1792 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
6%
18%
Black
2%
22%
White
85%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Western Albemarle High School's ranking?
Western Albemarle High School is ranked #158 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Western Albemarle High School often compared to?
Western Albemarle High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Albemarle High School, Charlottesville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% 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 Western Albemarle High School?
The graduation rate of Western Albemarle High School is 97%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Western Albemarle High School?
1,152 students attend Western Albemarle High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Western Albemarle High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Western Albemarle High School?
Western Albemarle High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Western Albemarle High School offer ?
Western Albemarle High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Western Albemarle High School part of?
Western Albemarle High School is part of Albemarle Co PBLC Schs School District.
School Reviews
5 10/29/2013
Overall, WAHS is a great school. Like another reviewer said, most of the issues are in the science, math, and foreign language departments. The physics department has a lot of technology and receives several grants...but doesn't spend the money wisely and leaves students struggling with the course content. The history department is on top of their game (the AP courses are challenging and interesting), english dept. is wonderful too. Sports programs are top notch, the leadership program is impressive, and the drama department puts on spectacular productions throughout the year.
2 12/8/2009
The kids at Western are rude, unwelcoming, and cliquey for the most part. The math department is terrible, and the biology and physics classes are taught poorly. Most foreign language teachers don't do anything. The theater program is a joke; Albemarle is a far better choice for arts. However, the English and history teachers generally know what they are doing.
WAHS is a great school for sports. Also, the guidance department is on top of things and very helpful with college preparation.
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