West Point High School is a four-year public high school located in West Point, Virginia serving the surrounding geographic area of 6.31 square miles. School aged children living outside the town of West Point are encouraged to apply as tuition students. West Point High School was voted a Blue Ribbon School in 2012.
Serving 451 students in grades 6-12, West Point Middle/high ranks in the top 30% 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 80% (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 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Point Middle/high ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
West Point Middle/high's student population of 451 students has grown by 66% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 57% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
451 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Colors
Navy Blue, Orange
School Rankings
West Point Middle/high ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Point Middle/high is 0.49, 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
#435 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
6%
19%
Black
12%
22%
White
70%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 West Point Middle/high's ranking?
West Point Middle/high is ranked #435 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are West Point Middle/high often compared to?
West Point Middle/highis often viewed alongside schools like King William High 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 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Point Middle/high?
The graduation rate of West Point Middle/high is 90-94%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend West Point Middle/high?
451 students attend West Point Middle/high.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of West Point Middle/high students are White, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Point Middle/high?
West Point Middle/high has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Point Middle/high offer ?
West Point Middle/high offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Point Middle/high part of?
West Point Middle/high is part of West Point ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools.
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