Serving 1,892 students in grades 9-12, Floyd Kellam High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 93% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,892 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 93% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Floyd Kellam High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Floyd Kellam High School's student population of 1,892 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,892 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
School Rankings
Floyd Kellam High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Floyd Kellam High School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#40 out of 1792 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)83%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)93%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)81%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
5%
22%
White
76%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Floyd Kellam High School's ranking?
Floyd Kellam High School is ranked #40 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Floyd Kellam High School often compared to?
Floyd Kellam High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ocean Lakes High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 93% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Floyd Kellam High School?
The graduation rate of Floyd Kellam High School is 96%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Floyd Kellam High School?
1,892 students attend Floyd Kellam High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Floyd Kellam High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Floyd Kellam High School?
Floyd Kellam High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Floyd Kellam High School offer ?
Floyd Kellam High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Floyd Kellam High School part of?
Floyd Kellam High School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.
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