For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,271 students in Henry County, VA.
The top-ranked public high schools in Henry County, VA are Bassett High School and Magna Vista High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Henry County, VA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 90% (versus the Virginia public high school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 79% (versus the 81% statewide average). High schools in Henry County have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Virginia public high schools.
Henry County, VA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 81%, which is less than the Virginia average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Magna Vista High School, with 86% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Henry County (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bassett High School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
85 Riverside Dr
Bassett, VA 24055
(276) 629-1731
Bassett, VA 24055
(276) 629-1731
Gr: 9-12 | 1,098 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
Magna Vista High School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
701 Magna Vista School Rd
Ridgeway, VA 24148
(276) 956-3147
Ridgeway, VA 24148
(276) 956-3147
Gr: 9-12 | 1,147 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Henry County, VA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Henry County, VA include Bassett High School and Magna Vista High School.
How many public high schools are located in Henry County?
2 public high schools are located in Henry County.
What is the racial composition of students in Henry County?
Henry County public high schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public high schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Henry County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Henry County include: Bassett High School vs. Magna Vista High School, Magna Vista High School vs. Bassett High School
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