Community Lab School

1200 Forest Street
Charlottesville, VA 22903
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 179 students in grades 6-12, Community Lab 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 179 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 31%
  • : ≥50% (Btm 50% in VA)
  • : Top 30%
  • : 60-64% (Top 50%)
  • : 85-89% (Top 10%)
  • : 70-79% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Community Lab School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

School Overview

Community Lab School's student population of 179 students has grown by 101% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
179 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers

School Rankings

Community Lab School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Community Lab School is 0.50, 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.
This School
State Level (VA)
#359 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(20-21)
60-64%
54%
(20-21)
85-89%
69%
(20-21)
70-79%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
11%
19%
Black
7%
22%
White
69%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.50
≥50%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Community Lab School's ranking?
Community Lab School is ranked #359 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Community Lab School often compared to?
Community Lab Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leslie H. Walton Middle School, Lakeside Middle School, Monticello High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Community Lab School?
The graduation rate of Community Lab School is 50%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Community Lab School?
179 students attend Community Lab School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Community Lab School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Community Lab School?
Community Lab School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Community Lab School offer ?
Community Lab School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Community Lab School part of?
Community Lab School is part of Albemarle County School District.
In what neighborhood is Community Lab School located?
Community Lab School is located in the Rose Hill neighborhood of Charlottesville, VA. There are 1 other public schools located in Rose Hill.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 179 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 31%
  • : ≥50% (Btm 50%)
  • : Top 30%
  • : 60-64% (Top 50%)
  • : 85-89% (Top 10%)
  • : 70-79% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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