Armstrong High School, part of the Richmond Public Schools, is a high school located in Richmond, Virginia, United States, with grades 9–12. The school was founded in 1867 as the Richmond Normal and High School by the Freedmen's Bureau and was eventually incorporated into the Richmond school system in 1876.
Serving 709 students in grades 9-12, Armstrong 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 709 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Armstrong High serves the eastern part of Richmond, VA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 9.3 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Armstrong High School's student population of 709 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has grown by 54% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
709 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1865
School Calendar
School Rankings
Armstrong 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 Armstrong High School is 0.27, 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
#1579 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-59%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-24%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
7%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
85%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
75-79%
88.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.4%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Burnt orange and royal blue
School Mascot
Wildcat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Armstrong High School's ranking?
Armstrong High School is ranked #1579 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Armstrong High School?
The graduation rate of Armstrong High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 88.8%.
How many students attend Armstrong High School?
709 students attend Armstrong High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Armstrong High School students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Armstrong High School?
Armstrong High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Armstrong High School offer ?
Armstrong High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Armstrong High School part of?
Armstrong High School is part of Richmond City School District.
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