Serving 310 students in grades 9-12, Rural Retreat High School ranks in the top 10% 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 80-89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (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 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 310 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rural Retreat High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Community Size
School Overview
Rural Retreat High School's student population of 310 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
310 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rural Retreat High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rural Retreat High School is 0.10, 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
#166 out of 1773 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)85-89%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
2%
19%
Black
2%
22%
White
95%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rural Retreat High School's ranking?
Rural Retreat High School is ranked #166 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Rural Retreat High School often compared to?
Rural Retreat High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George Wythe High School, Fort Chiswell High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rural Retreat High School?
The graduation rate of Rural Retreat High School is 95%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Rural Retreat High School?
310 students attend Rural Retreat High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Rural Retreat High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rural Retreat High School?
Rural Retreat High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rural Retreat High School offer ?
Rural Retreat High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rural Retreat High School part of?
Rural Retreat High School is part of Wythe County School District.
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