Serving 308 students in grades 8-12, Rye Cove 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 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rye Cove High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Rye Cove High School's student population of 308 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
308 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Rye Cove 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 Rye Cove High School is 0.13, 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)45-49%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
5%
19%
Black
1%
22%
White
93%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
10%
5%
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 Rye Cove High School's ranking?
Rye Cove 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 Rye Cove High School often compared to?
Rye Cove High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Twin Springs High School, Gate City 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 Rye Cove High School?
The graduation rate of Rye Cove High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Rye Cove High School?
308 students attend Rye Cove High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Rye Cove High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rye Cove High School?
Rye Cove High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rye Cove High School offer ?
Rye Cove High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Rye Cove High School part of?
Rye Cove High School is part of Scott County School District.
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