Serving 614 students in grades 9-12, Strasburg High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% 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: 614 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Strasburg High serves the northeast part of Strasburg, VA, covering an area of approximately 112.5 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of about 5.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 11.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Strasburg High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Strasburg High School's student population of 614 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
614 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
At Strasburg High School, our mission is to send forth empowered, responsible lifelong learners capable of adapting to an ever-changing world.
School Rankings
Strasburg 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 Strasburg High School is 0.36, 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
#591 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)42%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.9%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
5%
Showing 2013–2022. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Strasburg High School's ranking?
Strasburg High School is ranked #591 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Strasburg High School often compared to?
Strasburg High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central High School, Stonewall Jackson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Strasburg High School?
The graduation rate of Strasburg High School is 95%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 88.8%.
How many students attend Strasburg High School?
614 students attend Strasburg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Strasburg High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Strasburg High School?
Strasburg High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Strasburg High School offer ?
Strasburg High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Strasburg High School part of?
Strasburg High School is part of Shenandoah County School District.
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