Serving 390 students in grades 9-12, Eastside High School ranks in the top 30% 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 70-74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eastside High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Eastside High School's student population of 390 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
390 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Eastside High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eastside High School is 0.08, 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
#416 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-84%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
1%
19%
Black
1%
22%
White
96%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eastside High School's ranking?
Eastside High School is ranked #416 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Eastside High School often compared to?
Eastside High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Union High School, Central 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 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Eastside High School?
The graduation rate of Eastside High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Eastside High School?
390 students attend Eastside High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Eastside High School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eastside High School?
Eastside High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Eastside High School offer ?
Eastside High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Eastside High School part of?
Eastside High School is part of Wise County School District.
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