Warwick High School is a high school in Newport News, Virginia, United States. Warwick is the oldest of five high schools in the city and has been home to the Newport News Centre for the International Baccalaureate program since 1995. The school's sports teams are nicknamed the Raiders, and previously the Farmers.
Serving 1,605 students in grades 9-12, Warwick 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 77% (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 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,605 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Warwick High School's student population of 1,605 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 101 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,605 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
101 teachers
Year Founded
1926
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Rankings
Warwick 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 Warwick High School is 0.64, 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
#900 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)42%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)77%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)61%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
17%
19%
Black
53%
22%
White
22%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Raiders
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Warwick High School's ranking?
Warwick High School is ranked #900 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Warwick High School often compared to?
Warwick High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodside 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 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Warwick High School?
The graduation rate of Warwick High School is 91%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Warwick High School?
1,605 students attend Warwick High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Warwick High School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Warwick High School?
Warwick High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Warwick High School offer ?
Warwick High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Warwick High School part of?
Warwick High School is part of Newport News City School District.
In what neighborhood is Warwick High School located?
Warwick High School is located in the Warwick neighborhood of Newport News, VA. There are 1 other public schools located in Warwick.
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