Alleghany High School is a public secondary school in Alleghany County, VA, United States. It is part of Alleghany County Public Schools and is located at 210 Mountaineer Drive.
Serving 831 students in grades 9-12, Alleghany High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 831 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alleghany High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Alleghany High School's student population of 831 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
831 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Year Founded
1983
Colors
White, Navy Blue, Columbia blue
School Rankings
Alleghany High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alleghany High School is 0.32, 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
#463 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
4%
19%
Black
6%
22%
White
82%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alleghany High School's ranking?
Alleghany High School is ranked #463 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alleghany High School?
The graduation rate of Alleghany High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Alleghany High School?
831 students attend Alleghany High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Alleghany High School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alleghany High School?
Alleghany High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alleghany High School offer ?
Alleghany High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Alleghany High School part of?
Alleghany High School is part of Alleghany Highlands School District.
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