Serving 1,469 students in grades 9-12, Huguenot 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 50-54% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than 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 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,469 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 75% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Huguenot High serves the west part of Richmond, VA, covering an area of approximately 18.4 square miles. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 2.8 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Huguenot High School's student population of 1,469 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 110 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,469 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
110 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1960
School Motto
Unlocking Potential and Celebrating Success
School Rankings
Huguenot High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Huguenot High School is 0.57, 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
#1439 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
38%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
54%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
75%
88.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.1%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
School Mascot
Falcon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Huguenot High School's ranking?
Huguenot High School is ranked #1439 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Huguenot High School often compared to?
Huguenot High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richmond High School For The Arts, Thomas Jefferson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Huguenot High School?
The graduation rate of Huguenot High School is 75%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 88.8%.
How many students attend Huguenot High School?
1,469 students attend Huguenot High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Huguenot High School students are Black, 38% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Huguenot High School?
Huguenot High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Huguenot High School offer ?
Huguenot High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Huguenot High School part of?
Huguenot High School is part of Richmond City School District.
In what neighborhood is Huguenot High School located?
Huguenot High School is located in the Chippenham Village neighborhood of Richmond, VA.
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