Colonial Beach High School is a public high school located in Westmoreland County, Virginia, United States. The school has an enrollment of approximately 240 students. Colonial Beach High School became accredited by the Southern Association of colleges and the Virginia State Board of Education in 2005.
Serving 226 students in grades 8-12, Colonial Beach High School ranks in the top 30% 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 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥90% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 226 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Colonial Beach High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Colonial Beach High School's student population of 226 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
226 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
1907
School Calendar
School Rankings
Colonial Beach 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 Colonial Beach High School is 0.59, 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
#482 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥90%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-69%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
5%
19%
Black
25%
22%
White
58%
44%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Pete The Pirate
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colonial Beach High School's ranking?
Colonial Beach High School is ranked #482 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Colonial Beach High School often compared to?
Colonial Beach High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westmoreland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Colonial Beach High School?
The graduation rate of Colonial Beach High School is 70-79%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Colonial Beach High School?
226 students attend Colonial Beach High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Colonial Beach High School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Colonial Beach High School?
Colonial Beach High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Colonial Beach High School offer ?
Colonial Beach High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Colonial Beach High School part of?
Colonial Beach High School is part of Colonial Beach School District.
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