Serving 1,644 students in grades 9-12, Monacan High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (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 52% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,644 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Monacan High serves the northern part of Richmond, VA, covering an area of approximately 15 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monacan High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Monacan High School's student population of 1,644 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 102 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,644 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
102 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1979
School Rankings
Monacan High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monacan High School is 0.68, 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
#529 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)86%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
23%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
48%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
92%
88.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.2%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Orange & Black
School Mascot
Chiefs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monacan High School's ranking?
Monacan High School is ranked #529 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Monacan High School often compared to?
Monacan High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Midlothian High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Monacan High School?
The graduation rate of Monacan High School is 92%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 88.8%.
How many students attend Monacan High School?
1,644 students attend Monacan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Monacan High School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monacan High School?
Monacan High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Monacan High School offer ?
Monacan High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Monacan High School part of?
Monacan High School is part of Chesterfield County School District.
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