Massaponax High School is a public school in Spotsylvania County, Virginia, United States. It is part of Spotsylvania County Public Schools.
Serving 1,692 students in grades 9-12, Massaponax 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 84% (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 66% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,692 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Massaponax High serves the eastern part of Fredericksburg, VA, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 58.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Massaponax High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Massaponax High School's student population of 1,692 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 117 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,692 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
117 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1998
School Calendar
School Motto
Together, we prepare our students for their future.
School Rankings
Massaponax 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 Massaponax High School is 0.74, which is more 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
#820 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)84%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)63%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
28%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
34%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
83%
88.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.9%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
5%
Showing 2013–2022. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Teal, Silver
School Mascot
Panthers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Massaponax High School's ranking?
Massaponax High School is ranked #820 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Massaponax High School often compared to?
Massaponax High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Courtland High School, Riverbend High School, Chancellor 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 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Massaponax High School?
The graduation rate of Massaponax High School is 83%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 88.8%.
How many students attend Massaponax High School?
1,692 students attend Massaponax High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Massaponax High School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Massaponax High School?
Massaponax High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Massaponax High School offer ?
Massaponax High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Massaponax High School part of?
Massaponax High School is part of Spotsylvania County School District.
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