Staunton River High School is one of the three high schools in Bedford County, Virginia. SRHS opened in the fall of 1963.
Serving 868 students in grades 9-12, Staunton River High School ranks in the bottom 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 40-49% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 868 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Staunton River High School's student population of 868 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
868 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Year Founded
1963
Colors
Gold, Black
School Rankings
Staunton River High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Staunton River 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
#1398 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)66%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)47%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
6%
19%
Black
5%
22%
White
83%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
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 Staunton River High School's ranking?
Staunton River High School is ranked #1398 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Staunton River High School often compared to?
Staunton River High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty High School, Jefferson Forest High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Staunton River High School?
The graduation rate of Staunton River High School is 86%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Staunton River High School?
868 students attend Staunton River High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Staunton River High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Staunton River High School?
Staunton River High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Staunton River High School offer ?
Staunton River High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Staunton River High School part of?
Staunton River High School is part of Bedford County School District.
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