Culpeper County High School is a high school in Culpeper County, Virginia. Culpeper County High School was built in 1969, expanded in 2001 and significantly renovated between 2013 and 2015.
Serving 1,232 students in grades 9-12, Culpeper County High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (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 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,232 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Culpeper County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Culpeper County High School's student population of 1,232 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,232 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Year Founded
1969
Colors
Blue, Gold
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Culpeper County 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 Culpeper County 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
#265 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)78%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
33%
19%
Black
10%
22%
White
49%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Culpeper County High School's ranking?
Culpeper County High School is ranked #265 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Culpeper County High School often compared to?
Culpeper County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastern View High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% 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 Culpeper County High School?
The graduation rate of Culpeper County High School is 86%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Culpeper County High School?
1,232 students attend Culpeper County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Culpeper County High School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Culpeper County High School?
Culpeper County High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Culpeper County High School offer ?
Culpeper County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Culpeper County High School part of?
Culpeper County High School is part of Culpeper County School District.
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