Serving 1,549 students in grades 9-12, Gloucester High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (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 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,549 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gloucester High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Gloucester High School's student population of 1,549 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 108 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,549 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
108 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gloucester 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 Gloucester High School is 0.39, 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
#482 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)58%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)86%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)64%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
6%
22%
White
77%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gloucester High School's ranking?
Gloucester High School is ranked #482 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Gloucester High School often compared to?
Gloucester High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Menchville High School, Peasley Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gloucester High School?
The graduation rate of Gloucester High School is 87%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Gloucester High School?
1,549 students attend Gloucester High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Gloucester High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gloucester High School?
Gloucester High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gloucester High School offer ?
Gloucester High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Gloucester High School part of?
Gloucester High School is part of Gloucester County School District.
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