Serving 530 students in grades 8-12, Giles 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 59% (which is lower 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 11:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% 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: 8-12
- Enrollment: 530 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Giles High School's student population of 530 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
530 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
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School Rankings
Giles 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 Giles High School is 0.12, 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
#1004 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
68%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)74%
69%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
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Hispanic
2%
20%
Black
2%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1993–2025
White
94%
44%
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Two or more races
2%
7%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Graduation Rate
85-89%
88.8%
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.8%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1995–2025
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
6%
2%
Showing 2014–2023. Show full history, 1999–2023
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Giles High School's ranking?
Giles High School is ranked #1004 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Giles High School often compared to?
Giles High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Narrows High School, Christiansburg High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% 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 Giles High School?
The graduation rate of Giles High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 88.8%.
How many students attend Giles High School?
530 students attend Giles High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Giles High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Giles High School?
Giles High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Giles High School offer ?
Giles High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Giles High School part of?
Giles High School is part of Giles County School District.
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