Serving 556 students in grades 9-12, Martinsville 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). 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 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 556 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Martinsville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Martinsville High School's student population of 556 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
556 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Martinsville High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Martinsville High School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1137 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25-29%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
14%
18%
Black
55%
22%
White
21%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Martinsville High School's ranking?
Martinsville High School is ranked #1137 out of 1,792 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% 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 Martinsville High School?
The graduation rate of Martinsville High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Martinsville High School?
556 students attend Martinsville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Martinsville High School students are Black, 21% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Martinsville High School?
Martinsville High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Martinsville High School offer ?
Martinsville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Martinsville High School part of?
Martinsville High School is part of Martinsville City PBLC Schs School District.
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