Green Run High School is a public secondary school located at 1700 Dahlia Drive of the Green Run area of Virginia Beach, Virginia. Green Run hosts a very diverse student population many of which come from the large concentration of military families that have moved into the area within the past couple of decades.
Serving 1,444 students in grades 9-12, Green Run High School ranks in the top 50% 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 70-74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is equal to the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,444 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Green Run High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Green Run High School's student population of 1,444 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,444 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Year Founded
1979
Colors
Royal blue, Kelly green
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
School Motto
Esse Quam Videri (To be rather than to seem)
School Rankings
Green Run High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Green Run High School is 0.73, which is more 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
#835 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)69%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
8%
Hispanic
17%
19%
Black
41%
22%
White
24%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Stallions
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Green Run High School's ranking?
Green Run High School is ranked #835 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Green Run High School often compared to?
Green Run High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Floyd Kellam High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Green Run High School?
The graduation rate of Green Run High School is 92%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Green Run High School?
1,444 students attend Green Run High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Green Run High School students are Black, 24% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Green Run High School?
Green Run High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Green Run High School offer ?
Green Run High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Green Run High School part of?
Green Run High School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.
School Reviews
5 3/29/2014
This school is amazing. The teachers go out of there way to help every student possible. The students are very welcoming. The all around environment of the building is wonderful.
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