Serving 1,987 students in grades 9-12, Albemarle High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher 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 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,987 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Albemarle High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Albemarle High School's student population of 1,987 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 134 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,987 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
134 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Albemarle High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Albemarle High School is 0.69, 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
#278 out of 1792 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)85%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)67%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
19%
19%
Black
17%
22%
White
49%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Albemarle High School's ranking?
Albemarle High School is ranked #278 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Albemarle High School often compared to?
Albemarle High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charlottesville High School, Monticello High School, Western Albemarle High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Albemarle High School?
The graduation rate of Albemarle High School is 92%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Albemarle High School?
1,987 students attend Albemarle High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Albemarle High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Albemarle High School?
Albemarle High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Albemarle High School offer ?
Albemarle High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Albemarle High School part of?
Albemarle High School is part of Albemarle County School District.
School Reviews
5 12/29/2008
AHS has a facility that is over 60 years old the current renovation is adding more office space for principals. The guidance office is very poor and can not handle the college bound student requests in a timely manner, the school is part of VHL for sports but this requires teams to compete with other teams 100 to 120 miles away. There is no local district play, this occurs at the other two high schools. The middle of the road student is ignored and programs to address drop out rates and remidation are more of the focus. AP and honors classes are available but have 25 to 40 students in a class. There is no communication from the school a parent sponsors a weekly newsletter that keeps the community informed.
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