Summary:
Colonial Heights City Public Schools has a single high school, Colonial Heights High, which serves students in grades 9-12. The school has a diverse student population, with a racial makeup of 53.88% White, 22.26% African American, 12.56% Hispanic, and smaller percentages of Asian, Pacific Islander, and multiracial students. Colonial Heights High has demonstrated strong academic performance, particularly in core subjects like Algebra I and English Reading, often exceeding district and state averages on SOL assessments.
However, the school's performance in subjects like VA and US History and World History I was lower compared to the state average, indicating potential areas for improvement. Colonial Heights High has been ranked among the top high schools in Virginia and received a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger, suggesting it is performing above average. The school faces socioeconomic challenges, with a high percentage of students (84.93%) receiving free or reduced-price lunch, but benefits from a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 12.7, which may contribute to the school's academic success.
Overall, Colonial Heights City Public Schools offers a single high school option, Colonial Heights High, which has demonstrated strong academic performance in core subjects, but also has room for improvement in certain areas. The school's socioeconomic challenges and positive student-teacher ratio suggest a need for targeted support and resources to ensure all students have access to a quality education.
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