Glenvar High School is a public high school in Roanoke County, Virginia, United States. It is one of the five high schools for the Roanoke County public school system Archived 2006-06-11 at the Wayback Machine.
Serving 620 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 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 620 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in VA)
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Glenvar High serves the northwest part of Salem, VA, covering an area of approximately 122.1 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 11.6 miles away.
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Glenvar High School's student population of 620 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
620 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1966
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Glenvar High School is 0.24, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)85-89%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)90-94%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-84%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
4%
20%
Black
3%
21%
White
87%
44%
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88.8%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.2%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
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, Northside 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 95%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 88.8%.
How many students attend Glenvar High School?
620 students attend Glenvar High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Glenvar High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glenvar High School?
Glenvar High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Glenvar High School offer ?
Glenvar High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Glenvar High School part of?
Glenvar High School is part of Roanoke County School District.
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