Serving 1,212 students in grades 9-12, Charlottesville High School ranks in the top 50% 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 53% (which is lower 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 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% 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: 1,212 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charlottesville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Charlottesville High School's student population of 1,212 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,212 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Charlottesville High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charlottesville 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
#581 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
14%
18%
Black
28%
22%
White
45%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
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 Charlottesville High School's ranking?
Charlottesville High School is ranked #581 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Charlottesville High School often compared to?
Charlottesville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Albemarle High School, Western Albemarle High School, Monticello High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% 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 Charlottesville High School?
The graduation rate of Charlottesville High School is 90%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Charlottesville High School?
1,212 students attend Charlottesville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Charlottesville High School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Charlottesville High School?
Charlottesville High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Charlottesville High School offer ?
Charlottesville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Charlottesville High School part of?
Charlottesville High School is part of Charlottesville Cty PBLC Schs School District.
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