Serving 622 students in grades 9-12, Glenvar High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 622 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glenvar High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Glenvar High School's student population of 622 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
622 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Glenvar High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glenvar High School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#21 out of 1792 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
4%
18%
Black
3%
22%
White
88%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glenvar High School's ranking?
Glenvar High School is ranked #21 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Glenvar High School often compared to?
Glenvar High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hidden Valley High School, Cave Spring High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Glenvar High School?
The graduation rate of Glenvar High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Glenvar High School?
622 students attend Glenvar High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Glenvar High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glenvar High School?
Glenvar High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Glenvar High School offer ?
Glenvar High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Glenvar High School part of?
Glenvar High School is part of Roanoke Co PBLC Schs School District.
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