Serving 1,982 students in grades 9-12, North Stafford 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 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,982 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Stafford High serves the northern part of Stafford, VA, covering an area of approximately 7.1 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of about 1.9 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Stafford High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
North Stafford High School's student population of 1,982 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 162 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,982 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
162 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1981
School Rankings
North Stafford 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 North Stafford 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
#614 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)82%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)63%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
34%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
27%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
26%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Graduation Rate
91%
88.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Stafford High School's ranking?
North Stafford High School is ranked #614 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are North Stafford High School often compared to?
North Stafford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Colonial Forge High School, Stafford Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Stafford High School?
The graduation rate of North Stafford High School is 91%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 88.8%.
How many students attend North Stafford High School?
1,982 students attend North Stafford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of North Stafford High School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 26% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Stafford High School?
North Stafford High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Stafford High School offer ?
North Stafford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Stafford High School part of?
North Stafford High School is part of Stafford County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I graduted 1986. Robert White was the head principal. Jon Connor was 12 th grade principal. They had great teachers. I was in conert choir. Mrs. VanBuren was the chorus Teacher. Coach Rick Blackburn was my Gym coach as well a my drivers ed Teacher. Coach Mills was my homeroom teacher.
5 10/10/2025
I have attended North Stafford High School for four years. The campus is beautiful and kept very clean. When I first arrived I had thought that I would surely get lost in such a big school; but that did not happen. The layout of North Stafford is designed in such a way that it is fairly difficult to get lost. Each subject area is put in a separate area of the school to keep it organized.
There are many academic opportunities offered. You can take college courses, technical classes, and specialized classes. The core subjects which are: social studies, science, English, and math, go beyond just the basics. Each core has many different course offerings; some of which are required and some which are not. If you are interested in a particular topic within that core, there are classes available that more thoroughly explore that topic. There are also a wide variety of electives you can take, some of which include: horticulture, auto body, parenting, and marketing. There are courses for just about every person.
The teachers at North are mostly fantastic. I have formed some great relationships with my teachers. These teachers clearly enjoy their job and care about every student. I have been exposed to many different teaching methods that help me to find how I learn best. Although there are some good ones, there are a couple of issues I have had. I encountered a problem when a teacher did not teach at all. Most of our class time was spent staring at a wall. This teacher was nice but not well-suited for this job.
Many extracurricular are available at North Stafford. The athletic program has been said by many to be the best in Stafford County. Football, basketball, lacrosse, field hockey, tennis, and swimming are just some of the sports offered. The football games have high attendance, which stems from the fact that they are winning just about all the time.
If you are not interested in athletics, there are also other things to join. Martial arts club, science club, chess club, national honor society, and Chinese club are just a few of the many. These clubs are mainly student run so they get control of what they do, with teacher supervision. I participated in the literary magazine, which is a magazine full of artwork, poetry, and stories from the students and teachers. I had a poem published in it while also editing submissions and putting the magazine together. I had a really fun experience working on it, there were so many good people helping and we formed a close-knit group.
My experience with North Stafford High School has been one that I will never forget. Being a teenager is tough but North helped me to develop who I am and the type of people I should be around. If I could plan that far into the future I would want my children to go there just so they can have the great experience that I did.
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