Woodside High School is one of six high schools in Newport News, Virginia. The Virginia Department of Education has accredited Woodside since the 2003–04 school year. The school has a twin school, Heritage High School, that was built simultaneously and designed by the same architects.
Serving 1,810 students in grades 9-12, Woodside 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 54% (which is equal to the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (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 83% 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: 1,810 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Woodside High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Woodside High School's student population of 1,810 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 111 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,810 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
111 teachers
Year Founded
1996
Colors
Purple, Teal
School Rankings
Woodside High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woodside High School is 0.65, 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
#539 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)54%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)86%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)57%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
16%
19%
Black
54%
22%
White
17%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wolverines
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woodside High School's ranking?
Woodside High School is ranked #539 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Woodside High School often compared to?
Woodside High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Warwick High School, Denbigh High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Woodside High School?
The graduation rate of Woodside High School is 95%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Woodside High School?
1,810 students attend Woodside High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Woodside High School students are Black, 17% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Woodside High School?
Woodside High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Woodside High School offer ?
Woodside High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Woodside High School part of?
Woodside High School is part of Newport News City School District.
In what neighborhood is Woodside High School located?
Woodside High School is located in the North Newport News neighborhood of Newport News, VA. There are 13 other public schools located in North Newport News.
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