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Grayson County High School

110 Blue Devil Drive
Independence, VA 24348
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 20%
Serving 457 students in grades 9-12, Grayson County 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 80-89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 457 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 13%
  • : ≥95% (Top 20% in VA)
  • : Top 20%
  • : 80-89% (Top 20%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Grayson County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

School Overview

Grayson County High School's student population of 457 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
457 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Grayson County High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grayson County High School is 0.24, 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.
This School
State Level (VA)
#245 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
80-89%
68%
(20-21)
80-84%
69%
(20-21)
60-64%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
4%
22%
White
87%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.24
≥95%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
5%
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 Grayson County High School's ranking?
Grayson County High School is ranked #245 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Grayson County High School?
The graduation rate of Grayson County High School is 95%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Grayson County High School?
457 students attend Grayson County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Grayson County High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grayson County High School?
Grayson County High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Grayson County High School offer ?
Grayson County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Grayson County High School part of?
Grayson County High School is part of Grayson County School District.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 457 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 13%
  • : ≥95% (Top 20%)
  • : Top 20%
  • : 80-89% (Top 20%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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