Serving 2,067 students in grades 9-12, Patriot High School ranks in the top 30% 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% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,067 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Patriot High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Patriot High School's student population of 2,067 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 124 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,067 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
124 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Patriot 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 Patriot High School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#519 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)85-89%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
8%
Hispanic
19%
19%
Black
13%
22%
White
46%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Patriot High School's ranking?
Patriot High School is ranked #519 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Patriot High School often compared to?
Patriot High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Battlefield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Patriot High School?
The graduation rate of Patriot High School is 96%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Patriot High School?
2,067 students attend Patriot High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Patriot High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Patriot High School?
Patriot High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Patriot High School offer ?
Patriot High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Patriot High School part of?
Patriot High School is part of Prince William County School District.
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