Atlee High School is a secondary school serving central Hanover County, Virginia located in Mechanicsville, Virginia, United States. Atlee High School is a part of the Hanover County Public Schools.
Serving 1,509 students in grades 9-12, Atlee High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (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 21% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,509 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Atlee High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Atlee High School's student population of 1,509 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 98 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,509 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
98 teachers
Year Founded
1991
Colors
White, Royal blue, Silver
School Calendar
School Rankings
Atlee High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Atlee High School is 0.37, 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
#431 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)91%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)82%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
8%
Hispanic
5%
19%
Black
7%
22%
White
79%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Raider
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Atlee High School's ranking?
Atlee High School is ranked #431 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Atlee High School often compared to?
Atlee High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hanover High School, Mechanicsville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Atlee High School?
The graduation rate of Atlee High School is 97%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Atlee High School?
1,509 students attend Atlee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Atlee High School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Atlee High School?
Atlee High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Atlee High School offer ?
Atlee High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Atlee High School part of?
Atlee High School is part of Hanover County Public Schools.
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