Serving 1,339 students in grades 9-12, Huguenot 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,339 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 75% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Huguenot High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Huguenot High School's student population of 1,339 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,339 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Huguenot 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 Huguenot High School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1380 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
30%
18%
Black
60%
22%
White
7%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Huguenot High School's ranking?
Huguenot High School is ranked #1380 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Huguenot High School often compared to?
Huguenot High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George Wythe High School, Thomas Jefferson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Huguenot High School?
The graduation rate of Huguenot High School is 75%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Huguenot High School?
1,339 students attend Huguenot High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Huguenot High School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Huguenot High School?
Huguenot High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Huguenot High School offer ?
Huguenot High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Huguenot High School part of?
Huguenot High School is part of Richmond City PBLC Schs School District.
In what neighborhood is Huguenot High School located?
Huguenot High School is located in the Chippenham Village neighborhood of Richmond, VA.
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