Mecklenburg County High School serves 1,140 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,140 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in VA)
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mecklenburg County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Mecklenburg County High School's student population of 1,140 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,140 students
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mecklenburg County 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
68%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
6%
20%
Black
42%
21%
White
46%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.3%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
57%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Mecklenburg County High School?
The graduation rate of Mecklenburg County High School is 91%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Mecklenburg County High School?
1,140 students attend Mecklenburg County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Mecklenburg County High School students are White, 42% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mecklenburg County High School?
Mecklenburg County High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mecklenburg County High School offer ?
Mecklenburg County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mecklenburg County High School part of?
Mecklenburg County High School is part of Mecklenburg County School District.
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