Narrows High School is a public high school in Narrows, Giles County, Virginia, United States that enrolls students from grades 8 through 12. As of 2022 the school has an enrollment of about 290 students.
Serving 300 students in grades 8-12, Narrows 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 69% (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 11:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Narrows High School's student population of 300 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
300 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Colors
Green, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Narrows 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 Narrows High School is 0.10, 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
#826 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
2%
20%
Black
2%
21%
White
95%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Greenwave
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Narrows High School's ranking?
Narrows High School is ranked #826 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Narrows High School often compared to?
Narrows High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Giles High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% 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 Narrows High School?
The graduation rate of Narrows High School is 90%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Narrows High School?
300 students attend Narrows High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Narrows High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Narrows High School?
Narrows High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Narrows High School offer ?
Narrows High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Narrows High School part of?
Narrows High School is part of Giles County School District.
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