Serving 507 students in grades 9-12, Gretna High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is approximately equal to 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 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 507 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gretna High serves the northern part of its school district in Gretna, VA, covering an area of approximately 363 square miles. Families typically drive 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 11.6 miles to the nearest edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 17.1 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gretna High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Gretna High School's student population of 507 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
507 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1964
School Calendar
School Motto
Change the World
School Rankings
Gretna 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 Gretna High School is 0.49, 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
#581 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
28%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
66%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
88.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.5%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
5%
Showing 2013–2022. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
School Mascot
Hawk
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gretna High School's ranking?
Gretna High School is ranked #581 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Gretna High School often compared to?
Gretna High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chatham High School, Tunstall High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gretna High School?
The graduation rate of Gretna High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 88.8%.
How many students attend Gretna High School?
507 students attend Gretna High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Gretna High School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gretna High School?
Gretna High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gretna High School offer ?
Gretna High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Gretna High School part of?
Gretna High School is part of Pittsylvania County School District.
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