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King George High School

10100 Foxes Way
King George, VA 22485
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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King George High School is a high school in King George County, Virginia, United States. It has been the only high school in the county since 1968, when the county's schools were integrated and Ralph Bunche High School was closed.
Serving 1,493 students in grades 9-12, King George High School ranks in the top 20% 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 75-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). 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 40% 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: 1,493 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 40%
  • : 90% (Top 50% in VA)
  • : Top 20%
  • : 75-79% (Top 50%)
  • : 84% (Top 20%)
  • : 56% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

King George High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

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Attribute

School Overview

King George High School's student population of 1,493 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,493 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Year Founded
1968
Colors
Royal blue, Gold
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Motto
Providing opportunities for students to envision, achieve, and thrive.

School Rankings

King George High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of King George 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.
This School
State Level (VA)
#344 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
75-79%
68%
(20-21)
84%
69%
(20-21)
56%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
10%
19%
Black
18%
22%
White
60%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.59
90%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Fox
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is King George High School's ranking?
King George High School is ranked #344 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are King George High School often compared to?
King George High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like King George Middle School, King George Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of King George High School?
The graduation rate of King George High School is 90%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend King George High School?
1,493 students attend King George High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of King George High School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of King George High School?
King George High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does King George High School offer ?
King George High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is King George High School part of?
King George High School is part of King George County School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,493 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 40%
  • : 90% (Top 50%)
  • : Top 20%
  • : 75-79% (Top 50%)
  • : 84% (Top 20%)
  • : 56% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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