Patrick County High School is a comprehensive public high school in Stuart, Virginia, USA. The school currently enrolls over 1,000 students in grades 8–12. It is the only public high school operated by the Patrick County ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools.
Serving 829 students in grades 8-12, Patrick County High School ranks in the top 50% 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 80-84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (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 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 829 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Patrick County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Patrick County High School's student population of 829 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
829 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Year Founded
1970
Colors
Green, Gold
School Rankings
Patrick County High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Patrick County High School is 0.35, 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
#576 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)80-84%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)76%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)63%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
10%
19%
Black
4%
22%
White
80%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)90-94%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougar
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Patrick County High School's ranking?
Patrick County High School is ranked #576 out of 1,792 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?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Patrick County High School?
The graduation rate of Patrick County High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Patrick County High School?
829 students attend Patrick County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Patrick County High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Patrick County High School?
Patrick County High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Patrick County High School offer ?
Patrick County High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Patrick County High School part of?
Patrick County High School is part of Patrick County School District.
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