Serving 1,736 students in grades 9-12, Matthew Fontaine Maury 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 46% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,736 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Matthew Fontaine Maury High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Matthew Fontaine Maury High School's student population of 1,736 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 108 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,736 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
108 teachers
School Rankings
Matthew Fontaine Maury High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Matthew Fontaine Maury High School is 0.62, 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
#644 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)46%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)90%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)47%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
55%
22%
White
27%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
81%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
5%
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 Matthew Fontaine Maury High School's ranking?
Matthew Fontaine Maury High School is ranked #644 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Matthew Fontaine Maury High School often compared to?
Matthew Fontaine Maury High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Norview High School, Booker T Washington High School, Granby High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Matthew Fontaine Maury High School?
The graduation rate of Matthew Fontaine Maury High School is 81%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Matthew Fontaine Maury High School?
1,736 students attend Matthew Fontaine Maury High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Matthew Fontaine Maury High School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Matthew Fontaine Maury High School?
Matthew Fontaine Maury High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Matthew Fontaine Maury High School offer ?
Matthew Fontaine Maury High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Matthew Fontaine Maury High School part of?
Matthew Fontaine Maury High School is part of Norfolk City School District.
In what neighborhood is Matthew Fontaine Maury High School located?
Matthew Fontaine Maury High School is located in the Ghent neighborhood of Norfolk, VA. There are 4 other public schools located in Ghent.
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