Serving 619 students in grades 9-12, Gate City 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 75-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (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 5% of the student body (majority 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: 619 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gate City High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Gate City High School's student population of 619 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
619 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gate City 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 Gate City High School is 0.10, 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
#228 out of 1792 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-84%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
2%
19%
Black
1%
22%
White
95%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gate City High School's ranking?
Gate City High School is ranked #228 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Gate City High School often compared to?
Gate City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Twin Springs High School, Rye Cove High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gate City High School?
The graduation rate of Gate City High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Gate City High School?
619 students attend Gate City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Gate City High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gate City High School?
Gate City High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gate City High School offer ?
Gate City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Gate City High School part of?
Gate City High School is part of Scott County School District.
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