Serving 1,248 students in grades 9-12, George Washington High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is lower 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 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,248 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 65% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: George Washington High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Danville, VA, covering approximately 43.9 square miles. Most students live within a typical 10-12 minute drive, with an average distance of 4.2 miles to the school's edge and a maximum distance of 6.2 miles to the furthest point of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
George Washington High School's student population of 1,248 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 108 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
1,248 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
108 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1956
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspire, educate, and develop students, in collaboration with families and the community.
School Rankings
George Washington High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George Washington High School is 0.46, 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
#1411 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)54%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)33%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
72%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
12%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
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
65%
88.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
8%
6%
Showing 2006–2015. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Silver
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George Washington High School's ranking?
George Washington High School is ranked #1411 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are George Washington High School often compared to?
George Washington High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Galileo Magnet High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of George Washington High School?
The graduation rate of George Washington High School is 65%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 88.8%.
How many students attend George Washington High School?
1,248 students attend George Washington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of George Washington High School students are Black, 12% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George Washington High School?
George Washington High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does George Washington High School offer ?
George Washington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is George Washington High School part of?
George Washington High School is part of Danville City School District.
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