Serving 366 students in grades 9-12, Patrick Henry 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 366 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Patrick Henry High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Patrick Henry High School's student population of 366 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
366 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Patrick Henry 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 Patrick Henry High School is 0.15, 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
#440 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-84%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
4%
19%
Black
1%
22%
White
92%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Patrick Henry High School's ranking?
Patrick Henry High School is ranked #440 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Patrick Henry High School often compared to?
Patrick Henry High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Abingdon High School, Holston High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Patrick Henry High School?
The graduation rate of Patrick Henry High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Patrick Henry High School?
366 students attend Patrick Henry High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Patrick Henry High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Patrick Henry High School?
Patrick Henry High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Patrick Henry High School offer ?
Patrick Henry High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Patrick Henry High School part of?
Patrick Henry High School is part of Washington County School District.
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