Serving 1,098 students in grades 9-12, Bassett High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,098 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 76% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: BASSETT HIGH serves the northwest part of Bassett, VA, covering an area of approximately 118.5 square miles. Most students live within a typical 10-15 minute drive, with an average distance of 6.7 miles to the school's edge, and the furthest point being 8.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bassett High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Bassett High School's student population of 1,098 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,098 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1979
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bassett High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bassett High School is 0.64, 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
#202 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)78%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)47%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
21%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Black
17%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
53%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Graduation Rate
76%
88.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.1%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
7%
6%
Showing 2009–2021. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bassett High School's ranking?
Bassett High School is ranked #202 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Bassett High School often compared to?
Bassett High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Magna Vista High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bassett High School?
The graduation rate of Bassett High School is 76%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 88.8%.
How many students attend Bassett High School?
1,098 students attend Bassett High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Bassett High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bassett High School?
Bassett High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bassett High School offer ?
Bassett High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bassett High School part of?
Bassett High School is part of Henry County School District.
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