Serving 1,630 students in grades 9-12, Matoaca High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (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 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,630 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Matoaca High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Matoaca High School's student population of 1,630 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 112 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,630 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
112 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Matoaca 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 Matoaca High School is 0.63, 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
#699 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)49%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)82%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)63%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
41%
22%
White
44%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Matoaca High School's ranking?
Matoaca High School is ranked #699 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Matoaca High School often compared to?
Matoaca High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cosby High School, Thomas Dale High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Matoaca High School?
The graduation rate of Matoaca High School is 89%, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Matoaca High School?
1,630 students attend Matoaca High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Matoaca High School students are White, 41% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Matoaca High School?
Matoaca High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Matoaca High School offer ?
Matoaca High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Matoaca High School part of?
Matoaca High School is part of Chesterfield County School District.
School Reviews
5 5/17/2016
We moved here when my son was in 8th grade and had to pick a high school for him right away. He chose the IT program at Matoaca and was accepted. I can't imagine a better choice. It's a wonderful school with caring, concerned, and friendly teachers and staff. My son loves it there and his younger brother plans to apply for the same program in 2 years.
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