Serving 216 students in grades 8-12, Hurley High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (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 11:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 216 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- 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
Hurley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Hurley High School's student population of 216 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
216 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hurley High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hurley High School is 0.02, 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
#588 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
n/a
19%
Black
n/a
22%
White
99%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hurley High School's ranking?
Hurley High School is ranked #588 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% 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 Hurley High School?
The graduation rate of Hurley High School is 90%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Hurley High School?
216 students attend Hurley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Hurley High School students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hurley High School?
Hurley High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hurley High School offer ?
Hurley High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hurley High School part of?
Hurley High School is part of Buchanan County School District.
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