Lee High School is a public high school located in Lee County, Virginia, United States, near the town of Jonesville. It is a part of the Lee County School District and is one of two high schools in the county.
Serving 777 students in grades 8-12, Lee 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 71% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 777 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lee High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lee High School's student population of 777 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
777 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
1989
Colors
Red, Gold
School Rankings
Lee 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 Lee High School is 0.06, 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
#856 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)71%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)53%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
1%
19%
Black
1%
22%
White
97%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lee High School's ranking?
Lee High School is ranked #856 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Lee High School often compared to?
Lee High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas Walker High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lee High School?
The graduation rate of Lee High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Lee High School?
777 students attend Lee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Lee High School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lee High School?
Lee High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lee High School offer ?
Lee High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Lee High School part of?
Lee High School is part of Lee County School District.
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