Hurley High School is a public high school located in Hurley, Virginia in Buchanan County, Virginia, United States. Opened in 1969 to replace the earlier high school, which became D.A. Justus Elementary. It is part of the Buchanan County Public Schools system.
Serving 194 students in grades 8-12, Hurley 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 60-69% (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 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 194 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hurley High serves the northern part of Hurley, VA, encompassing an area of approximately 89.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 6.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 11.1 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hurley High School's student population of 194 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
194 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
1969
School Rankings
Hurley 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 Hurley High School is 0.02, 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
#936 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
1%
20%
Black
n/a
21%
White
99%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.9%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rebel
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hurley High School's ranking?
Hurley High School is ranked #936 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% 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 Hurley High School?
The graduation rate of Hurley High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Hurley High School?
194 students attend Hurley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Hurley High School students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hurley High School?
Hurley High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hurley High School offer ?
Hurley High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hurley High School part of?
Hurley High School is part of Buchanan County School District.
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