Serving 1,666 students in grades 9-12, Sherando 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 72% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (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 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,666 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sherando High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Sherando High School's student population of 1,666 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 114 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,666 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
114 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sherando 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 Sherando High School is 0.52, 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
#195 out of 1792 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)72%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)89%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)69%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
20%
19%
Black
6%
22%
White
66%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sherando High School's ranking?
Sherando High School is ranked #195 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Sherando High School often compared to?
Sherando High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Millbrook High School, James Wood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sherando High School?
The graduation rate of Sherando High School is 93%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Sherando High School?
1,666 students attend Sherando High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Sherando High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sherando High School?
Sherando High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sherando High School offer ?
Sherando High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Sherando High School part of?
Sherando High School is part of Frederick County School District.
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