Serving 1,325 students in grades 9-12, Spotsylvania High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (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 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,325 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Spotsylvania High School's student population of 1,325 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 111 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
School Mascot
Knights
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,325 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
111 teachers
Year Founded
1940
School Colors
Blue, Red
School Rankings
Spotsylvania 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 Spotsylvania High School is 0.59, 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
#887 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)41%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)81%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)59%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
16%
19%
Black
12%
22%
White
61%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
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 Spotsylvania High School's ranking?
Spotsylvania High School is ranked #887 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Spotsylvania High School often compared to?
Spotsylvania High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverbend High School, Courtland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Spotsylvania High School?
The graduation rate of Spotsylvania High School is 85%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Spotsylvania High School?
1,325 students attend Spotsylvania High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Spotsylvania High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spotsylvania High School?
Spotsylvania High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Spotsylvania High School offer ?
Spotsylvania High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Spotsylvania High School part of?
Spotsylvania High School is part of Spotsylvania County School District.
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