Serving 1,493 students in grades 9-12, King George High School ranks in the top 50% 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 54% (which is equal to the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,493 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
King George High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
King George High School's student population of 1,493 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,493 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
King George 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 King George High School is 0.59, 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
#574 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)54%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)84%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)56%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
10%
19%
Black
18%
22%
White
60%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 King George High School's ranking?
King George High School is ranked #574 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are King George High School often compared to?
King George High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like King George Middle School, King George Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of King George High School?
The graduation rate of King George High School is 91%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend King George High School?
1,493 students attend King George High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of King George High School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of King George High School?
King George High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does King George High School offer ?
King George High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is King George High School part of?
King George High School is part of King George County School District.
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