Serving 4,402 students in grades 9-12, Alexandria City 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 42% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher 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 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 4,402 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alexandria City High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Alexandria City High School's student population of 4,402 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 276 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
4,402 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
276 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alexandria City High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alexandria City High School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#983 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
42%
18%
Black
26%
22%
White
25%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
82%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alexandria City High School's ranking?
Alexandria City High School is ranked #983 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Alexandria City High School often compared to?
Alexandria City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edison High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alexandria City High School?
The graduation rate of Alexandria City High School is 82%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Alexandria City High School?
4,402 students attend Alexandria City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Alexandria City High School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 25% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alexandria City High School?
Alexandria City High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alexandria City High School offer ?
Alexandria City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Alexandria City High School part of?
Alexandria City High School is part of Alexandria City PBLC Schs School District.
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