Serving 857 students in grades 9-12, Colonial Heights High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 857 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Colonial Heights High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Colonial Heights High School's student population of 857 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
857 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Colonial Heights 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 Colonial Heights High School is 0.67, 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
#274 out of 1792 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-84%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-89%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
14%
19%
Black
25%
22%
White
50%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colonial Heights High School's ranking?
Colonial Heights High School is ranked #274 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Colonial Heights High School often compared to?
Colonial Heights High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Petersburg High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Colonial Heights High School?
The graduation rate of Colonial Heights High School is 86%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Colonial Heights High School?
857 students attend Colonial Heights High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Colonial Heights High School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Colonial Heights High School?
Colonial Heights High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Colonial Heights High School offer ?
Colonial Heights High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Colonial Heights High School part of?
Colonial Heights High School is part of Colonial Heights City School District.
School Reviews
5 6/23/2017
Colonial Heights High School provides an excellent amount of extracurricular activities, as well as a friendly and inclusive atmosphere. Student-teacher relationships are pleasant, and there is no shortage of support. Student counselors work hard and are constantly pushing students forward. This school offers several honor societies (NAHS, NSHS, NMHS, NHS, N(Spanish)HS), AP Classes (Psychology, Calculus, English, Biology, Chemistry, Art History and others), as well as opportunities for online and dual enrollment classes. There are active field hockey, football, soccer, golf, basketball, and baseball teams, as well as a competition quizbowl team. There is also an amazing amount of vocational and tech classes. As a student, I would say this school is excellent.
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