Serving 2,020 students in grades 9-12, Patriot High School ranks in the bottom 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 40-49% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), 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: 2,020 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Patriot High serves the northwest part of Nokesville, VA, covering an area of approximately 13.5 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of about 10 to 12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the area located 6.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Patriot High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Patriot High School's student population of 2,020 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 124 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,020 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
124 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Year Founded
2011
School Rankings
Patriot High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Patriot High School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1115 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 12-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)85-89%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Asian
14%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Hispanic
19%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Black
13%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
White
46%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Graduation Rate
97%
88.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 11-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.5%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 14-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 Patriot High School's ranking?
Patriot High School is ranked #1115 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Patriot High School often compared to?
Patriot High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Battlefield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Patriot High School?
The graduation rate of Patriot High School is 97%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 88.8%.
How many students attend Patriot High School?
2,020 students attend Patriot High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Patriot High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Patriot High School?
Patriot High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Patriot High School offer ?
Patriot High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Patriot High School part of?
Patriot High School is part of Prince William County School District.
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