Parry McCluer High School is a high school located in Buena Vista, Virginia, United States. The school has an enrollment of approximately 336 students. Its current principal is Dr. Todd Jones, and its current assistant principal is Troy Clark. The school band is the Marching Blues.
Serving 315 students in grades 8-12, Parry Mccluer High School ranks in the top 50% 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 70-74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 315 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Parry McCluer High's attendance zone encompasses the entire Buena Vista school district, covering approximately 6.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located 3.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Parry Mccluer High School's student population of 315 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
315 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1920
School Calendar
School Rankings
Parry Mccluer 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 Parry Mccluer High School is 0.31, 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
#873 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
5%
20%
Black
6%
21%
White
83%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.4%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue
School Mascot
Fighting Blues
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parry Mccluer High School's ranking?
Parry Mccluer High School is ranked #873 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Parry Mccluer High School?
The graduation rate of Parry Mccluer High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Parry Mccluer High School?
315 students attend Parry Mccluer High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Parry Mccluer High School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parry Mccluer High School?
Parry Mccluer High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Parry Mccluer High School offer ?
Parry Mccluer High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Parry Mccluer High School part of?
Parry Mccluer High School is part of Buena Vista City School District.
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