Serving 2,198 students in grades 9-12, Stafford Senior High School ranks in the top 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 60-64% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,198 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Stafford Sr. High serves the southern part of its school district in Fredericksburg, VA, covering an area of approximately 61.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.5 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 11.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stafford Senior High School's student population of 2,198 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 191 teachers has grown by 48% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,198 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
191 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Year Founded
1952
School Rankings
Stafford Senior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stafford Senior High School is 0.70, 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
#801 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)78%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)62%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Asian
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
21%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
19%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
47%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Graduation Rate
88%
88.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.2%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal blue, Gold
School Mascot
Indian
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stafford Senior High School's ranking?
Stafford Senior High School is ranked #801 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Stafford Senior High School often compared to?
Stafford Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Stafford High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Stafford Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Stafford Senior High School is 88%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 88.8%.
How many students attend Stafford Senior High School?
2,198 students attend Stafford Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Stafford Senior High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stafford Senior High School?
Stafford Senior High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Stafford Senior High School offer ?
Stafford Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Stafford Senior High School part of?
Stafford Senior High School is part of Stafford County School District.
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