Patrick County High School is a comprehensive public high school in Stuart, Virginia, USA. The school currently enrolls over 1,000 students in grades 8–12. It is the only public high school operated by the Patrick County Public Schools.
Serving 795 students in grades 8-12, Patrick County High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than 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 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 795 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Patrick County High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Stuart, VA, covering approximately 485.7 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking between 20 to 30 minutes and an average distance of 14.2 miles to the zone's edge, extending up to 19.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Patrick County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Patrick County High School's student population of 795 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
795 students
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Year Founded
1970
School Calendar
School Rankings
Patrick County 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 Patrick County High School is 0.34, 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
#426 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)76%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)63%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
8%
20%
Black
4%
21%
White
81%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.4%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green, Gold
School Mascot
Cougar
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Patrick County High School's ranking?
Patrick County High School is ranked #426 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Patrick County High School often compared to?
Patrick County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Patrick Springs Primary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Patrick County High School?
The graduation rate of Patrick County High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Patrick County High School?
795 students attend Patrick County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Patrick County High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Patrick County High School?
Patrick County High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Patrick County High School offer ?
Patrick County High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Patrick County High School part of?
Patrick County High School is part of Patrick County School District.
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