Serving 1,294 students in grades 9-12, Warhill High School ranks in the top 30% 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 66% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (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 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,294 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Warhill High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Warhill High School's student population of 1,294 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Mascot
Lion
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,294 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Year Founded
2007
School Colors
White, Silver, Carolina blue
School Rankings
Warhill High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Warhill High School is 0.65, 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
#380 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)66%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)84%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)71%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
12%
19%
Black
20%
22%
White
54%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
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 Warhill High School's ranking?
Warhill High School is ranked #380 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Warhill High School often compared to?
Warhill High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jamestown High School, Lafayette High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Warhill High School?
The graduation rate of Warhill High School is 90%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Warhill High School?
1,294 students attend Warhill High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Warhill High School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Warhill High School?
Warhill High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Warhill High School offer ?
Warhill High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Warhill High School part of?
Warhill High School is part of Williamsburg-James City County School District.
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