Serving 4,655 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). 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 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 4,655 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: TC Williams High's attendance zone covers the entire Alexandria, VA school district, encompassing approximately 15.5 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.3 miles from the school to the furthest edge of the zone at 3.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alexandria City High School's student population of 4,655 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 306 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
4,655 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
306 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1965
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alexandria City 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 Alexandria City 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
#1222 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
43%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
25%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
24%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
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
80%
88.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
5%
2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
School Mascot
Titan
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 #1222 out of 1,773 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% 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 80%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 88.8%.
How many students attend Alexandria City High School?
4,655 students attend Alexandria City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Alexandria City High School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 24% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% 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 15:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Alexandria City High School part of?
Alexandria City High School is part of Alexandria City School District.
In what neighborhood is Alexandria City High School located?
Alexandria City High School is located in the Taylor Run neighborhood of Alexandria, VA. There are 2 other public schools located in Taylor Run.
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