First Colonial High School is a high school in Virginia Beach, Virginia. It is a part of the Virginia Beach City Public Schools, serving 1,732 students.
Serving 1,732 students in grades 9-12, First Colonial 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 76% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,732 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
First Colonial High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
First Colonial High School's student population of 1,732 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 102 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,732 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
102 teachers
Year Founded
1966
Colors
Gold, Columbia blue
School Rankings
First Colonial 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 First Colonial High School is 0.62, 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
#305 out of 1792 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)76%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)81%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)76%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
16%
19%
Black
17%
22%
White
57%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 First Colonial High School's ranking?
First Colonial High School is ranked #305 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are First Colonial High School often compared to?
First Colonial High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frank W. Cox High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of First Colonial High School?
The graduation rate of First Colonial High School is 91%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend First Colonial High School?
1,732 students attend First Colonial High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of First Colonial High School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of First Colonial High School?
First Colonial High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does First Colonial High School offer ?
First Colonial High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is First Colonial High School part of?
First Colonial High School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.
In what neighborhood is First Colonial High School located?
First Colonial High School is located in the North Virginia Beach neighborhood of Virginia Beach, VA. There are 9 other public schools located in North Virginia Beach.
School Reviews
5 9/8/2020
I graduated in 2015. The school is on the older side, but they make it up by having the best staff. There are so many after-school activities and it's at the real beach school. Highly recommend for students who want to be prepared for the future. This school teaches you what you need to succeed. FC prepared me well for college and now my job.
1 3/16/2020
Manannan I'm only in 10th grade I hate this school so much I DEFINITELY don't recommend your children will hate it. Thank me later.
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