Charlottesville High

Public 9-12

 1400 Melbourne Road
       Charlottesville, VA  22901-3148


(434) 245-2410

District: Charlottesville City Public Schools

SchoolDigger Rank:
223rd of 326 Virginia High Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $10,962 Help


Feeder schools for Charlottesville High:

Elementary:    Burnley-Moran Elementary
    Clark Elementary
    Greenbrier Elementary
    Jackson-Via Elementary
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Middle:    Buford Middle
    Walker Upper Elementary

Student/teacher ratio:  11.4 Help
Number of students:  1,359

Racial breakdown:

White:
41.8%
African American:
29.0%
Hispanic:
14.2%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  71.9% Help


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Compare Details Charlottesville High ranks worse than 68.4% of high schools in Virginia. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 44.43. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Student population at Charlottesville High is diverse. Racial makeup is: White (41.8%), African American (29%), Hispanic (14.2%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 71.9% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Charlottesville High is 11.4. (See more...)
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Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Charlottesville High is $10,962.
Schooldigger 2023 Rankings:

Charlottesville High:

SchoolDigger ranks Charlottesville High 223rd of 326 Virginia public high schools. (See Charlottesville High in the ranking list.)

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Charlottesville City Public Schools:

SchoolDigger ranks Charlottesville City Public Schools 91st of 131 Virginia school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Charlottesville High

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Rank History for all students at Charlottesville High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2005 12.45 302nd 308 1.9%
2006 17.25 303rd 314 3.5%
2007 7.89 310th 313 1.0%
2008 6.96 312th 316 1.3%
2009 18.79 305th 313 2.6%
2010 24.74 284th 317 10.4%
2011 31.73 258th 320 19.4%
2012 33.05 255th 321 20.6%
2013 34.31 238th 321 25.9%
2014 38.89 218th 322 32.3%
2015 29.25 270th 322 16.1%
2016 38.57 226th 321 29.6%
2017 47.18 178th 324 45.1%
2018 52.81 137th 326 58.0%
2019 53.22 140th 327 57.2%
2021 37.83 208th 327 36.4%
2022 45.68 184th 325 43.4%
2023 44.43 223rd 326 31.6%
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Rank History for Multi-racial students at Charlottesville High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 66.16 60th 193 68.9%
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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Charlottesville High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 80.22 17th 97 82.5%
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Rank History for Female students at Charlottesville High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 49.52 196th 320 38.8%
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Rank History for Disabled students at Charlottesville High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 39.84 158th 249 36.5%
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Rank History for Male students at Charlottesville High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 41.58 224th 321 30.2%
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Rank History for African American students at Charlottesville High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 21.32 225th 240 6.3%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Charlottesville High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 44.76 140th 232 39.7%
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Rank History for White students at Charlottesville High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 73.41 36th 315 88.6%
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Data source: test scores: Virginia Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Reviews:
by a teacher
Friday, March 29, 2019

Open Quote Toxic environment. Close Quote


by a teacher
Friday, March 29, 2019

Open Quote I worked at CHS and the students in General Education classes were extremely disrespectful and would talk over you. No consequences. The AP kids would have their parents complain to the school and grades would be changed. I've been to several schools (County Wide Teacher of the Year) and have no complaints from them. Close Quote


by a parent
Monday, July 25, 2011

Open Quote My child has had superb experience at CHS (he is an 11th grader). I highly recommend this school. My child is a minority student and he has excelled through the many opportunities provided at CHS. My child has taken advantage of the opportunities that many others have not. I credit the excellent teachers and principal for developing a highly credible program with numerous opportunities for the children of this community. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Charlottesville High

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1989 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 1126 1126
1990 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 1027 1027
1991 0 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 1074 1074
1992 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 1079 1079
1993 621 453 20 4 2 n/a n/a 0 1100
1994 616 518 14 3 2 n/a n/a 0 1153
1995 576 526 19 7 1 n/a n/a 0 1129
1996 576 526 19 7 1 n/a n/a 0 1129
1997 592 541 11 10 1 n/a n/a 0 1155
1998 604 565 12 9 1 n/a n/a 0 1191
1999 594 543 14 6 1 n/a n/a 0 1158
2000 623 566 21 6 0 n/a n/a -4 1212
2001 636 536 28 10 0 n/a n/a 0 1210
2002 638 542 21 18 1 n/a n/a 8 1228
2003 638 542 21 18 1 n/a n/a 8 1228
2004 640 581 25 31 0 n/a n/a 19 1296
2005 639 599 26 35 0 n/a n/a 27 1326
2006 616 616 34 42 0 n/a n/a 34 1342
2007 588 624 48 43 0 n/a n/a 30 1333
2008 545 587 54 44 0 n/a n/a 28 1258
2009 541 574 61 42 0 n/a n/a 27 1245
2010 560 521 63 44 1 n/a n/a 32 1221
2011 532 511 66 48 1 0 11 0 1169
2012 563 478 84 56 1 0 21 0 1203
2013 553 449 95 67 2 0 30 0 1196
2014 554 433 95 79 3 0 39 0 1203
2015 540 414 86 94 3 0 42 0 1179
2016 525 400 82 101 4 1 50 0 1163
2017 538 395 76 134 2 1 50 0 1196
2018 535 370 78 131 0 1 57 0 1172
2019 551 346 73 147 0 1 78 0 1196
2020 569 350 68 156 1 0 81 0 1225
2021 532 342 72 163 1 0 84 0 1194
2022 540 345 61 168 1 0 97 0 1212
2023 568 394 61 193 2 1 140 0 1359

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Charlottesville High

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 1126 82.5 13.6 n/a
1990 1027 85.7 11.9 n/a
1991 1074 82.2 13.0 n/a
1992 1079 83.7 12.8 n/a
1993 1100 79.5 13.8 n/a
1994 1153 170.0 n/a 26.5
1995 1129 n/a 0.0 26.6
1996 1129 n/a 0.0 26.6
1997 1155 n/a 0.0 27.6
1998 1191 n/a 0.0 35
1999 1158 81.0 14.3 29.2
2000 1212 n/a 0.0 29.2
2001 1210 89.5 13.5 26.7
2002 1228 103.9 11.8 28.8
2003 1228 103.9 11.8 28.8
2004 1296 92.0 14.1 32.1
2005 1326 98.5 13.5 36.4
2006 1342 97.0 13.8 39.6
2007 1333 94.3 14.1 43.3
2008 1258 80.8 15.6 40.5
2009 1245 84.3 14.8 45.6
2010 1221 79.0 15.4 49.6
2011 1169 77.6 15.0 46.8
2012 1203 101.8 11.8 48
2013 1196 109.6 10.9 47.7
2014 1203 94.4 12.7 43.8
2015 1179 95.0 12.4 43.9
2016 1163 93.0 12.5 45.4
2017 1196 98.6 12.1 42
2018 1172 101.2 11.5 48.1
2019 1196 97.3 12.2 42.9
2020 1225 99.1 12.3 43.9
2021 1194 97.4 12.2 n/a
2022 1212 92.6 13.0 44.4
2023 1359 118.5 11.4 71.9

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Charlottesville High

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 1126 82.5 13.6 n/a
1990 1027 85.7 11.9 n/a
1991 1074 82.2 13.0 n/a
1992 1079 83.7 12.8 n/a
1993 1100 79.5 13.8 n/a
1994 1153 170.0 n/a 26.5
1995 1129 n/a 0.0 26.6
1996 1129 n/a 0.0 26.6
1997 1155 n/a 0.0 27.6
1998 1191 n/a 0.0 35
1999 1158 81.0 14.3 29.2
2000 1212 n/a 0.0 29.2
2001 1210 89.5 13.5 26.7
2002 1228 103.9 11.8 28.8
2003 1228 103.9 11.8 28.8
2004 1296 92.0 14.1 32.1
2005 1326 98.5 13.5 36.4
2006 1342 97.0 13.8 39.6
2007 1333 94.3 14.1 43.3
2008 1258 80.8 15.6 40.5
2009 1245 84.3 14.8 45.6
2010 1221 79.0 15.4 49.6
2011 1169 77.6 15.0 46.8
2012 1203 101.8 11.8 48
2013 1196 109.6 10.9 47.7
2014 1203 94.4 12.7 43.8
2015 1179 95.0 12.4 43.9
2016 1163 93.0 12.5 45.4
2017 1196 98.6 12.1 42
2018 1172 101.2 11.5 48.1
2019 1196 97.3 12.2 42.9
2020 1225 99.1 12.3 43.9
2021 1194 97.4 12.2 n/a
2022 1212 92.6 13.0 44.4
2023 1359 118.5 11.4 71.9

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Charlottesville High

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $50 (0.5%) $9,552 (99.5%) $9,602
2020 $124 (1.2%) $10,642 (98.8%) $10,766
2021 $81 (0.7%) $10,880 (99.3%) $10,962

Data source: Virginia Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Charlottesville High

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 140th of 327 High schoolsRanks 223rd of 326 High schools
 25.6%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
End of Course Geometry (Charlottesville High)8172
 9%
   End of Course Geometry (Charlottesville City Public Schools)8581
 4%
   End of Course Geometry (Virginia)8380
 3%
End of Course Algebra I (Charlottesville High)7572
 3%
   End of Course Algebra I (Charlottesville City Public Schools)8177
 4%
   End of Course Algebra I (Virginia)8680
 6%
End of Course Algebra II (Charlottesville High)9291
 1%
   End of Course Algebra II (Charlottesville City Public Schools)9291
 1%
   End of Course Algebra II (Virginia)9186
 5%
End of Course Chemistry (Charlottesville High)9281
 11%
   End of Course Chemistry (Charlottesville City Public Schools)9281
 11%
   End of Course Chemistry (Virginia)8864
 24%
End of Course Biology (Charlottesville High)8769
 18%
   End of Course Biology (Charlottesville City Public Schools)8668
 18%
   End of Course Biology (Virginia)8370
 13%
End of Course English Reading (Charlottesville High)9482
 12%
   End of Course English Reading (Charlottesville City Public Schools)9482
 12%
   End of Course English Reading (Virginia)8685
 1%
End of Course Geography (Charlottesville High)10069
 31%
   End of Course Geography (Charlottesville City Public Schools)9969
 30%
   End of Course Geography (Virginia)8066
 14%
End of Course VA and US History (Charlottesville High)6924
 45%
   End of Course VA and US History (Charlottesville City Public Schools)6925
 44%
   End of Course VA and US History (Virginia)6838
 30%
End of Course World History II (Charlottesville High)8244
 38%
   End of Course World History II (Charlottesville City Public Schools)8244
 38%
   End of Course World History II (Virginia)8148
 33%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students11961359
 13.6%
African American346394
 13.9%
American Indian02
Asian7361
 16.4%
Hispanic147193
 31.3%
Pacific Islander11
White551568
 3.1%
Two or More Races78140
 79.5%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients42.9%71.9%
 29%


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Frequently Asked Questions about Charlottesville High

Charlottesville High ranks 223rd of 326 Virginia high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.

Students at Charlottesville High are 42% White, 29% African American, 14% Hispanic, 10% Two or more races, 4% Asian.

In the 2022-23 school year, 1,359 students attended Charlottesville High.

Charlottesville High is fed by the following schools:

Elementary : Burnley-Moran Elementary
Elementary : Clark Elementary
Elementary : Greenbrier Elementary
Elementary : Jackson-Via Elementary
Elementary : Johnson Elementary
Elementary : Venable Elementary
Middle : Buford Middle
Middle : Walker Upper Elementary


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