Serving 1,964 students in grades 9-12, Albemarle High School ranks in the top 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 50-59% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (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 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,964 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Albemarle High serves the northeast part of Charlottesville, VA, covering an area of approximately 123.9 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 10 to 12 minutes and distances to the edge of the zone averaging about 4.7 miles. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is located 15.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Albemarle High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Albemarle High School's student population of 1,964 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 130 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,964 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
130 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1953
School Rankings
Albemarle High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Albemarle High School is 0.71, 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
#810 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)85%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)67%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
9%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
22%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
16%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
46%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Graduation Rate
88%
88.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.9%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, Navy Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Albemarle High School's ranking?
Albemarle High School is ranked #810 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Albemarle High School often compared to?
Albemarle High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charlottesville High School, Monticello High School, Western Albemarle High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Albemarle High School?
The graduation rate of Albemarle High School is 88%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 88.8%.
How many students attend Albemarle High School?
1,964 students attend Albemarle High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Albemarle High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Albemarle High School?
Albemarle High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Albemarle High School offer ?
Albemarle High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Albemarle High School part of?
Albemarle High School is part of Albemarle County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
AHS has a facility that is over 60 years old the current renovation is adding more office space for principals. The guidance office is very poor and can not handle the college bound student requests in a timely manner, the school is part of VHL for sports but this requires teams to compete with other teams 100 to 120 miles away. There is no local district play, this occurs at the other two high schools. The middle of the road student is ignored and programs to address drop out rates and remidation are more of the focus. AP and honors classes are available but have 25 to 40 students in a class. There is no communication from the school a parent sponsors a weekly newsletter that keeps the community informed.
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