William Fleming High School is a public school, one of the only two public high schools in the Roanoke City area school division, the other being the Patrick Henry High School. The edifice itself is located at 3649 Ferncliff Ave.
Serving 1,957 students in grades 9-12, William Fleming 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 68% (which is lower 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 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,957 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 74% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: William Fleming High serves the northern part of Roanoke, VA, covering an area of approximately 20.8 square miles. Most students are within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 3.2 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William Fleming High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
William Fleming High School's student population of 1,957 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 130 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,957 students
Total Classroom Teachers
130 teachers
Year Founded
1933
School Rankings
William Fleming 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 William Fleming High School is 0.66, 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
#845 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)68%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)49%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
8%
Hispanic
32%
20%
Black
47%
21%
White
13%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
74%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.5%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal blue, Gold
School Mascot
Colonel
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William Fleming High School's ranking?
William Fleming High School is ranked #845 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are William Fleming High School often compared to?
William Fleming High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Patrick Henry 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 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of William Fleming High School?
The graduation rate of William Fleming High School is 74%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend William Fleming High School?
1,957 students attend William Fleming High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of William Fleming High School students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William Fleming High School?
William Fleming High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does William Fleming High School offer ?
William Fleming High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is William Fleming High School part of?
William Fleming High School is part of Roanoke City School District.
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