Serving 183 students in grades 9-12, Open 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 70-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (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 61% 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: 183 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Open High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Open High School's student population of 183 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
183 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Open 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 Open High School is 0.68, 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
#338 out of 1792 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-79%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥80%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-89%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
19%
19%
Black
37%
22%
White
39%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Open High School's ranking?
Open High School is ranked #338 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Open High School often compared to?
Open High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richmond Community High School, Douglas S. Freeman High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Open High School?
The graduation rate of Open High School is 90%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Open High School?
183 students attend Open High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Open High School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Open High School?
Open High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Open High School offer ?
Open High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Open High School part of?
Open High School is part of Richmond City School District.
In what neighborhood is Open High School located?
Open High School is located in the Oregon Hill neighborhood of Richmond, VA.
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