Serving 914 students in grades 9-12, Abingdon High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥90% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (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 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 914 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Abingdon High serves the western part of its school district in Abingdon, VA, covering an area of approximately 188.2 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 10.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 14.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Abingdon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Abingdon High School's student population of 914 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
914 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1959
School Calendar
School Motto
Committed to the Success of Every Student
School Rankings
Abingdon High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Abingdon High School is 0.24, 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
#71 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)85-89%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
88%
88.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.5%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
5%
Showing 2013–2022. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Falcons
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Abingdon High School's ranking?
Abingdon High School is ranked #71 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Abingdon High School often compared to?
Abingdon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John S. Battle High School, Holston High School, Patrick Henry High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Abingdon High School?
The graduation rate of Abingdon High School is 88%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 88.8%.
How many students attend Abingdon High School?
914 students attend Abingdon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Abingdon High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Abingdon High School?
Abingdon High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Abingdon High School offer ?
Abingdon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Abingdon High School part of?
Abingdon High School is part of Washington County School District.
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