Virginia High School is a high school located in Bristol, Virginia. In 1999, Virginia High started offering the Tri-Cities area's first International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. Classes from the Advanced Placement program are also offered to help students who are headed to college.
Serving 625 students in grades 9-12, Virginia 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 70-74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 625 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Virginia High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Virginia High School's student population of 625 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
625 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Preparing All Students to Thrive in a Dynamically Changing World
School Rankings
Virginia High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Virginia High School is 0.42, 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
#603 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
5%
19%
Black
8%
22%
White
75%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bearcat
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Virginia High School's ranking?
Virginia High School is ranked #603 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Virginia High School?
The graduation rate of Virginia High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Virginia High School?
625 students attend Virginia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Virginia High School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Virginia High School?
Virginia High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Virginia High School offer ?
Virginia High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Virginia High School part of?
Virginia High School is part of Bristol City School District.
School Reviews
5 12/20/2010
Virginia High is simply a great school. There is a great stress on academics while at the same time, it is an enjoyment to come to school everyday. Unlike most other schools that have exclusive cliques, at Virginia High everyones knows and gets along well with everybody else.
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