Serving 1,404 students in grades 9-12, Powhatan High School ranks in the top 20% 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 64% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (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 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,404 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Powhatan High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Powhatan High School's student population of 1,404 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,404 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Powhatan 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 Powhatan High School is 0.27, 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
#308 out of 1792 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)64%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)90%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)66%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
4%
19%
Black
7%
22%
White
85%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Powhatan High School's ranking?
Powhatan High School is ranked #308 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Powhatan High School often compared to?
Powhatan High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Goochland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Powhatan High School?
The graduation rate of Powhatan High School is 92%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Powhatan High School?
1,404 students attend Powhatan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Powhatan High School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Powhatan High School?
Powhatan High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Powhatan High School offer ?
Powhatan High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Powhatan High School part of?
Powhatan High School is part of Powhatan County School District.
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