Kecoughtan High School is a public high school located in Hampton, Virginia. The current grades offered are 9–12. Kecoughtan High School is one of four high schools located in the Hampton City ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School District. The other three are Phoebus, Bethel, and Hampton high schools.
Serving 1,517 students in grades 9-12, Kecoughtan 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 50-59% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (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 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,517 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kecoughtan High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Kecoughtan High School's student population of 1,517 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 107 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,517 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
107 teachers
Year Founded
1962
Colors
White, Green
School Rankings
Kecoughtan 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 Kecoughtan High School is 0.66, 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
#766 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)87%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)59%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
42%
22%
White
39%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Warrior
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kecoughtan High School's ranking?
Kecoughtan High School is ranked #766 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Kecoughtan High School often compared to?
Kecoughtan High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Phoebus High School, Bethel High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kecoughtan High School?
The graduation rate of Kecoughtan High School is 91%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Kecoughtan High School?
1,517 students attend Kecoughtan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Kecoughtan High School students are Black, 39% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kecoughtan High School?
Kecoughtan High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kecoughtan High School offer ?
Kecoughtan High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kecoughtan High School part of?
Kecoughtan High School is part of Hampton City School District.
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