Washington & Lee High School

16380 Kings Highway
Montross, VA 22520
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
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Bottom 50%
Serving 485 students in grades 9-12, Washington & Lee 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (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 63% 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: 485 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 63%
  • : 85-89% (Btm 50% in VA)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Washington & Lee High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

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School Overview

Washington & Lee High School's student population of 485 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
485 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
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School Rankings

Washington & Lee 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 Washington & Lee High School is 0.69, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (VA)
#940 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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30-34%
54%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Washington & Lee High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Virginia by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
80-84%
69%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Washington & Lee High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Virginia by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
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Hispanic
19%
18%
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Black
37%
22%
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White
37%
46%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.69
This chart display the diversity score of Washington & Lee High School and the public school average diversity score of Virginia by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
85-89%
89%
This chart display graduation rate of Washington & Lee High School and public school graduation rate of Virginia by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
41%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Washington & Lee High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Virginia by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Washington & Lee High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Virginia by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Washington & Lee High School's ranking?
Washington & Lee High School is ranked #940 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Washington & Lee High School often compared to?
Washington & Lee High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Colonial Beach High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Washington & Lee High School?
The graduation rate of Washington & Lee High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Washington & Lee High School?
485 students attend Washington & Lee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Washington & Lee High School students are Black, 37% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington & Lee High School?
Washington & Lee High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Washington & Lee High School offer ?
Washington & Lee High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington & Lee High School part of?
Washington & Lee High School is part of Westmoreland Co PBLC Schs School District.

School Reviews

5   5/23/2022
The school has made great progress over the years. I have enjoyed its growth and the administration is dedicated to the education and safety of the students.
- Posted by Parent - Joseph Baker
2   3/26/2020
The people are good. But the administration will not deal with bullying issues.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Sam Newton

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 485 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 63%
  • : 85-89% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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