Serving 2,869 students in grades 9-12, Charles J Colgan Sr High School ranks in the top 20% 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 62% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 94% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,869 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 94% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charles J Colgan Sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Charles J Colgan Sr High School's student population of 2,869 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 160 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,869 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
160 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Charles J Colgan Sr High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charles J Colgan Sr High School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#296 out of 1792 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
20%
18%
Black
19%
22%
White
44%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charles J Colgan Sr High School's ranking?
Charles J Colgan Sr High School is ranked #296 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Charles J Colgan Sr High School?
The graduation rate of Charles J Colgan Sr High School is 97%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Charles J Colgan Sr High School?
2,869 students attend Charles J Colgan Sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Charles J Colgan Sr High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Charles J Colgan Sr High School?
Charles J Colgan Sr High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Charles J Colgan Sr High School offer ?
Charles J Colgan Sr High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Charles J Colgan Sr High School part of?
Charles J Colgan Sr High School is part of Prince William Co PBLC Schs School District.
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