Serving 260 students in grades 9-12, Galileo Magnet High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥80% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (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 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 260 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Galileo Magnet 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
Galileo Magnet High School's student population of 260 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
260 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
School Rankings
Galileo Magnet 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 Galileo Magnet High School is 0.70, 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
#193 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥95%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
40%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
35%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.6%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
8%
6%
Showing 2006–2015. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Grey, Red
School Mascot
Falcon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Galileo Magnet High School's ranking?
Galileo Magnet High School is ranked #193 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Galileo Magnet High School often compared to?
Galileo Magnet High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George Washington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Galileo Magnet High School?
The graduation rate of Galileo Magnet High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 88.8%.
How many students attend Galileo Magnet High School?
260 students attend Galileo Magnet High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Galileo Magnet High School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Galileo Magnet High School?
Galileo Magnet High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Galileo Magnet High School offer ?
Galileo Magnet High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Galileo Magnet High School part of?
Galileo Magnet High School is part of Danville City School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Brilliant and impressive school, especially in comparison to neighboring schools.
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