Serving 1,731 students in grades 9-12, Menchville High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% 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: 1,731 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Menchville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Menchville High School's student population of 1,731 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 112 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,731 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
112 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Menchville High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Menchville High School is 0.72, which is more 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
#924 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
18%
18%
Black
34%
22%
White
37%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
6%
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 Menchville High School's ranking?
Menchville High School is ranked #924 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Menchville High School often compared to?
Menchville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodside High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Menchville High School?
The graduation rate of Menchville High School is 93%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Menchville High School?
1,731 students attend Menchville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Menchville High School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Menchville High School?
Menchville High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Menchville High School offer ?
Menchville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Menchville High School part of?
Menchville High School is part of Newport News City PBLC Schs School District.
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