Serving 1,328 students in grades 9-12, Powhatan High School ranks in the top 30% 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 60-79% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher 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 (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,328 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Powhatan High's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Powhatan, VA, encompassing approximately 262.3 square miles. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 9.8 miles, and the furthest edge located 18.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Powhatan High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Powhatan High School's student population of 1,328 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,328 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Powhatan 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 Powhatan 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
#452 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)90%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)66%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
8%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90%
88.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Inspiring • Empowering • Innovating
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Powhatan High School's ranking?
Powhatan High School is ranked #452 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Powhatan High School often compared to?
Powhatan High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Goochland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Powhatan High School?
The graduation rate of Powhatan High School is 90%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 88.8%.
How many students attend Powhatan High School?
1,328 students attend Powhatan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Powhatan High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Powhatan High School?
Powhatan High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Powhatan High School offer ?
Powhatan High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Powhatan High School part of?
Powhatan High School is part of Powhatan County School District.
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