The Shenandoah Valley Governor's School is one of Virginia's 18 state-initiated magnet Governor's Schools. It is a part-time school where 11th and 12th grade students take advanced classes in the morning.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
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Grades Offered
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Total Students
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Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1993
Colors
Purple, Teal
School Calendar
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
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14:1
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Shenandoah Valley Governor's School often compared to?
Shenandoah Valley Governor's Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wilson Memorial High School by visitors of our site.
What school district is Shenandoah Valley Governor's School part of?
Shenandoah Valley Governor's School is part of Shenandoah Valley Governor's School District.
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