Martinsville High School is a four-year public secondary high school located in Martinsville, Virginia, United States. It is the only high school in the Martinsville City Public School system.
Serving 540 students in grades 9-12, Martinsville High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than 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 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 540 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Martinsville High's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Martinsville, VA, covering approximately 11 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.5 miles away from the school.
- 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
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Martinsville High School's student population of 540 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
540 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1968
School Motto
Empowering Success One Learner At A Time
School Rankings
Martinsville High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Martinsville High School is 0.61, 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
#330 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
68%
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
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
16%
20%
Black
57%
21%
White
20%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Lugnut The Bulldog
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 #330 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% 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 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?
540 students attend Martinsville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Martinsville High School students are Black, 20% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Martinsville High School part of?
Martinsville High School is part of Martinsville City School District.
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