Rappahannock County High School is a public high school in Washington, Virginia, and serves grades 8–12.
Serving 308 students in grades 8-12, Rappahannock County 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 75-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% 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: 308 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rappahannock County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Rappahannock County High School's student population of 308 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
308 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1959
Colors
Blue, Navy Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Rappahannock 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 Rappahannock County High School is 0.33, 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
#729 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)75-79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
11%
19%
Black
2%
22%
White
81%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)≥90%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: "roary" The Panther
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rappahannock County High School's ranking?
Rappahannock County High School is ranked #729 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Rappahannock County High School often compared to?
Rappahannock County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Louisa County High School, Rappahannock County 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 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rappahannock County High School?
The graduation rate of Rappahannock County High School is 90%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Rappahannock County High School?
308 students attend Rappahannock County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Rappahannock County High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rappahannock County High School?
Rappahannock County High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rappahannock County High School offer ?
Rappahannock County High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rappahannock County High School part of?
Rappahannock County High School is part of Rappahannock County School District.
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