Serving 119 students in grades 8-12, Council High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (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.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 119 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Council High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Council High School's student population of 119 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
119 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Council 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 Council High School is 0.00, 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
#246 out of 1792 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-79%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-89%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-69%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
19%
Black
n/a
22%
White
100%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Council High School's ranking?
Council High School is ranked #246 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Council High School?
The graduation rate of Council High School is 80%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Council High School?
119 students attend Council High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Council High School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Council High School?
Council High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Council High School offer ?
Council High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Council High School part of?
Council High School is part of Buchanan County School District.
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