Grundy High School is a public high school located east of Grundy, Virginia on Slate Creek in Buchanan County, Virginia. It is part of the Buchanan County Public Schools system. Athletic teams compete in the Virginia High School League's Black Diamond District in the Region D Conference.
Serving 348 students in grades 9-12, Grundy 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 60-79% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grundy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Grundy High School's student population of 348 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
348 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1963
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Grundy 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 Grundy High School is 0.04, 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
#816 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
2%
19%
Black
n/a
22%
White
98%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
15%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wave Man
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grundy High School's ranking?
Grundy High School is ranked #816 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Grundy High School?
The graduation rate of Grundy High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Grundy High School?
348 students attend Grundy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Grundy High School students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grundy High School?
Grundy High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Grundy High School offer ?
Grundy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Grundy High School part of?
Grundy High School is part of Buchanan County School District.
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