Serving 2,137 students in grades 9-12, Battlefield High School ranks in the top 20% 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 68% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 94% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% 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: 2,137 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 94% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Battlefield High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Battlefield High School's student population of 2,137 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 130 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
School Type
School Mascot
Bobcat
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,137 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
130 teachers
Year Founded
2004
School Colors
Black, Purple, Silver
School Rankings
Battlefield 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 Battlefield High School is 0.63, 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
#206 out of 1792 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)68%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)94%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)86%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
8%
Hispanic
13%
19%
Black
9%
22%
White
57%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
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 Battlefield High School's ranking?
Battlefield High School is ranked #206 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Battlefield High School often compared to?
Battlefield High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Patriot High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Battlefield High School?
The graduation rate of Battlefield High School is 97%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Battlefield High School?
2,137 students attend Battlefield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Battlefield High School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Battlefield High School?
Battlefield High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Battlefield High School offer ?
Battlefield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Battlefield High School part of?
Battlefield High School is part of Prince William County School District.
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