George Washington High School is a secondary school of Danville, Virginia. It is a member of the Piedmont District, Conference 23 in the 4A classification. The school has approximately 1400 students and 200 staff.
Serving 1,248 students in grades 9-12, George Washington High School ranks in the bottom 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 55-59% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is lower 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 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,248 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 65% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George Washington High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
George Washington High School's student population of 1,248 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 108 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
1,248 students
Total Classroom Teachers
108 teachers
Year Founded
1956
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspire, educate, and develop students, in collaboration with families and the community.
School Rankings
George Washington High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George Washington High School is 0.46, 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
#1411 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)54%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)33%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
72%
21%
White
12%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George Washington High School's ranking?
George Washington High School is ranked #1411 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are George Washington High School often compared to?
George Washington High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Galileo Magnet High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of George Washington High School?
The graduation rate of George Washington High School is 65%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend George Washington High School?
1,248 students attend George Washington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of George Washington High School students are Black, 12% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George Washington High School?
George Washington High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does George Washington High School offer ?
George Washington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is George Washington High School part of?
George Washington High School is part of Danville City School District.
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