Serving 1,863 students in grades 9-12, Granby 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 33% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,863 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Granby High School's student population of 1,863 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 132 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,863 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
132 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Granby High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Granby High School is 0.66, 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
#988 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
12%
18%
Black
50%
22%
White
27%
46%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Granby High School's ranking?
Granby High School is ranked #988 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Granby High School often compared to?
Granby High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maury High School, Norview High School, Booker T. Washington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Granby High School?
The graduation rate of Granby High School is 80%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Granby High School?
1,863 students attend Granby High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Granby High School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Granby High School?
Granby High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Granby High School offer ?
Granby High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Granby High School part of?
Granby High School is part of Norfolk City PBLC Schs School District.
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