Glen Allen High School, established in 2010, is a public school located in Henrico County, Virginia. The mascot of GAHS is the Jaguar, and the school's current principal is Reginald Davenport.
Serving 1,913 students in grades 9-12, Glen Allen 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 62% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (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 48% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,913 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glen Allen High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Glen Allen High School's student population of 1,913 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,913 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
Year Founded
2010
Colors
White, Black, Teal
School Rankings
Glen Allen High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glen Allen High School is 0.67, 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
#319 out of 1792 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)62%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)91%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
8%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
17%
22%
White
52%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Jaguar
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glen Allen High School's ranking?
Glen Allen High School is ranked #319 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Glen Allen High School often compared to?
Glen Allen High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Deep Run High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Glen Allen High School?
The graduation rate of Glen Allen High School is 96%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Glen Allen High School?
1,913 students attend Glen Allen High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Glen Allen High School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 15% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glen Allen High School?
Glen Allen High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Glen Allen High School offer ?
Glen Allen High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Glen Allen High School part of?
Glen Allen High School is part of Henrico County School District.
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