Skyline High School is a 9–12 public high school in Front Royal, Virginia, United States. It serves students residing in the western part of Warren County.
Serving 848 students in grades 9-12, Skyline 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 75-79% (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 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 848 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Skyline High serves the western part of Front Royal, VA, covering an area of approximately 156 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to the school, with distances to the nearest edges averaging around 8.8 miles and reaching up to 14.7 miles at the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Skyline High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Skyline High School's student population of 848 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
848 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
With honor strength and pride.
School Rankings
Skyline 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 Skyline High School is 0.50, 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
#355 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85%
88.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.9%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
5%
Showing 2013–2022. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Green, Gold
School Mascot
Hercules The Hawk
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Skyline High School's ranking?
Skyline High School is ranked #355 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Skyline High School often compared to?
Skyline High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Warren County High School 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 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Skyline High School?
The graduation rate of Skyline High School is 85%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 88.8%.
How many students attend Skyline High School?
848 students attend Skyline High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Skyline High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Skyline High School?
Skyline High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Skyline High School offer ?
Skyline High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Skyline High School part of?
Skyline High School is part of Warren County School District.
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