Serving 156 students in grades 9-12, Arlington Community 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 ≥50% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 156 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 30-39% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Arlington Mill High's attendance zone encompasses the entire Arlington school district, covering approximately 26.1 square miles. It typically takes 10-12 minutes to drive to the school, with an average distance of 3.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 5.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Arlington Community High School's student population of 156 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
156 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Arlington Community High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arlington Community High School is 0.22, 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
#1573 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
69%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
88%
20%
Black
7%
21%
White
1%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
30-39%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)82.1%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arlington Community High School's ranking?
Arlington Community High School is ranked #1573 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Arlington Community High School often compared to?
Arlington Community High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington-liberty High School, Wakefield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Arlington Community High School?
The graduation rate of Arlington Community High School is 30-39%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Arlington Community High School?
156 students attend Arlington Community High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Arlington Community High School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arlington Community High School?
Arlington Community High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Arlington Community High School offer ?
Arlington Community High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Arlington Community High School part of?
Arlington Community High School is part of Arlington County School District.
In what neighborhood is Arlington Community High School located?
Arlington Community High School is located in the Arlington Heights Historic District neighborhood of Arlington, VA. There are 5 other public schools located in Arlington Heights Historic District.
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