Serving 1,462 students in grades 9-12, James Wood High School ranks in the top 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 50-59% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,462 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: James Wood High serves the northern part of Winchester, VA, covering an area of approximately 268.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of about 10.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 19.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James Wood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
James Wood High School's student population of 1,462 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 104 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
1,462 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
104 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1950
School Rankings
James Wood 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 James Wood High School is 0.42, 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
#858 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)82%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)58%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
15%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
3%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
75%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Graduation Rate
94%
88.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.1%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James Wood High School's ranking?
James Wood High School is ranked #858 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are James Wood High School often compared to?
James Wood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Millbrook High School, John Handley High School, Sherando High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of James Wood High School?
The graduation rate of James Wood High School is 94%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 88.8%.
How many students attend James Wood High School?
1,462 students attend James Wood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of James Wood High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James Wood High School?
James Wood High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does James Wood High School offer ?
James Wood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is James Wood High School part of?
James Wood High School is part of Frederick County School District.
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