Serving 695 students in grades 9-12, Arcadia High School ranks in the top 50% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 695 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arcadia High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Arcadia High School's student population of 695 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
695 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Year Founded
1978
School Colors
Black, Red, Gold
School Rankings
Arcadia High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arcadia High School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#755 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
34%
19%
Black
36%
22%
White
27%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arcadia High School's ranking?
Arcadia High School is ranked #755 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Arcadia High School often compared to?
Arcadia High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nandua High School, Chincoteague High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Arcadia High School?
The graduation rate of Arcadia High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Arcadia High School?
695 students attend Arcadia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Arcadia High School students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arcadia High School?
Arcadia High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Arcadia High School offer ?
Arcadia High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Arcadia High School part of?
Arcadia High School is part of Accomack County School District.
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