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 690 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). 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 10:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 690 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Armstrong High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Armstrong High School's student population of 690 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
690 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Year Founded
1865
Colors
Blue, Orange
School Rankings
Armstrong High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Armstrong High School is 0.19, 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
#1610 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)10-14%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-59%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-24%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
5%
19%
Black
90%
22%
White
3%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Armstrong High School's ranking?
Armstrong High School is ranked #1610 out of 1,792 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% 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 65-69%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Armstrong High School?
690 students attend Armstrong High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Armstrong High School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Armstrong High School?
Armstrong High School has a student ration of 10:1, 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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