Frank W. Cox High School is a secondary school located in the Great Neck subdivision of Virginia Beach, Virginia.
Serving 1,631 students in grades 9-12, Frank W. Cox High School ranks in the top 20% 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 70-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,631 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Frank W. Cox High serves the northern part of Virginia Beach, VA, covering an area of approximately 27.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 5.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frank W. Cox High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Frank W. Cox High School's student population of 1,631 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,631 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1961
School Rankings
Frank W. Cox 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 Frank W. Cox High School is 0.55, 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
#347 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)88%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
92%
88.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.6%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Gold, Silver
School Mascot
Falcons
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frank W. Cox High School's ranking?
Frank W. Cox High School is ranked #347 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Frank W. Cox High School often compared to?
Frank W. Cox High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like First Colonial High School, Princess Anne High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Frank W. Cox High School?
The graduation rate of Frank W. Cox High School is 92%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 88.8%.
How many students attend Frank W. Cox High School?
1,631 students attend Frank W. Cox High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Frank W. Cox High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Frank W. Cox High School?
Frank W. Cox High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Frank W. Cox High School offer ?
Frank W. Cox High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Frank W. Cox High School part of?
Frank W. Cox High School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.
In what neighborhood is Frank W. Cox High School located?
Frank W. Cox High School is located in the North Virginia Beach neighborhood of Virginia Beach, VA. There are 9 other public schools located in North Virginia Beach.
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