Serving 462 students in grades 9-12, George Wythe High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 462 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George Wythe High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
George Wythe High School's student population of 462 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
462 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
George Wythe 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 George Wythe High School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#282 out of 1792 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-84%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
3%
19%
Black
10%
22%
White
84%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George Wythe High School's ranking?
George Wythe High School is ranked #282 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are George Wythe High School often compared to?
George Wythe High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fort Chiswell High School, Rural Retreat High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of George Wythe High School?
The graduation rate of George Wythe High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend George Wythe High School?
462 students attend George Wythe High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of George Wythe High School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of George Wythe High School?
George Wythe High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does George Wythe High School offer ?
George Wythe High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is George Wythe High School part of?
George Wythe High School is part of Wythe County School District.
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