Serving 638 students in grades 9-12, Virginia High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 638 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Virginia High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Bristol, VA, covering approximately 13.2 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Virginia High School's student population of 638 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
638 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1895
School Rankings
Virginia 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 Virginia High School is 0.45, 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
#603 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Black
9%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
73%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Graduation Rate
80-84%
88.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.2%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
6%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bearcat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Virginia High School's ranking?
Virginia High School is ranked #603 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Virginia High School often compared to?
Virginia High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John S. Battle High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Virginia High School?
The graduation rate of Virginia High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 88.8%.
How many students attend Virginia High School?
638 students attend Virginia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Virginia High School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Virginia High School?
Virginia High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Virginia High School offer ?
Virginia High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Virginia High School part of?
Virginia High School is part of Bristol City School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Virginia High is simply a great school. There is a great stress on academics while at the same time, it is an enjoyment to come to school everyday. Unlike most other schools that have exclusive cliques, at Virginia High everyones knows and gets along well with everybody else.
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