Charlottesville High School is a public high school in the independent city of Charlottesville, Virginia, serving students from 9th to 12th grade. It is a part of Charlottesville City Public Schools. It is the second largest high school in the region, with a student population of approximately 1,360.
Serving 1,405 students in grades 9-12, Charlottesville High School ranks in the top 50% 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 53% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% 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: 1,405 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charlottesville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Charlottesville High School's student population of 1,405 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 109 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,405 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
109 teachers
Year Founded
1974
School Rankings
Charlottesville High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charlottesville High School is 0.73, which is more 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
#581 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)53%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)84%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)64%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
8%
Hispanic
14%
19%
Black
27%
22%
White
41%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Black Knight
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charlottesville High School's ranking?
Charlottesville High School is ranked #581 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Charlottesville High School often compared to?
Charlottesville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Albemarle High School, Monticello High School, Western Albemarle High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Charlottesville High School?
The graduation rate of Charlottesville High School is 86%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Charlottesville High School?
1,405 students attend Charlottesville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Charlottesville High School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Charlottesville High School?
Charlottesville High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Charlottesville High School offer ?
Charlottesville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Charlottesville High School part of?
Charlottesville High School is part of Charlottesville City School District.
In what neighborhood is Charlottesville High School located?
Charlottesville High School is located in the Greenbrier neighborhood of Charlottesville, VA. There are 1 other public schools located in Greenbrier.
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