Serving 668 students in grades 8-12, Floyd County 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 75-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 668 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Floyd County High's attendance zone covers the entire district of Floyd, VA, encompassing approximately 381.8 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 11.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 17.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Floyd County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Floyd County High School's student population of 668 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
668 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1962
School Rankings
Floyd County High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Floyd County High School is 0.22, 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
#586 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)74%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
8%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Black
1%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
88%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.6%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
5%
Showing 2013–2022. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Buffalo
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Floyd County High School's ranking?
Floyd County High School is ranked #586 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Floyd County High School often compared to?
Floyd County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Christiansburg Middle School, Christiansburg High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Floyd County High School?
The graduation rate of Floyd County High School is 95%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 88.8%.
How many students attend Floyd County High School?
668 students attend Floyd County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Floyd County High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Floyd County High School?
Floyd County High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Floyd County High School offer ?
Floyd County High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Floyd County High School part of?
Floyd County High School is part of Floyd County School District.
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