Summary:
The 23487 zip code contains one high school, Windsor High, serving grades 9–12 in Windsor, Virginia, as part of the Isle of Wight County Public Schools district.
Windsor High stands out as a strong academic performer despite serving a student body where 62% qualify for free or reduced lunch. In both of the most recent reporting years, the school's average SOL proficiency (85.74% and 89.20%) topped both the district and state averages by meaningful margins. Particularly impressive are 9th-grade World History I results, reaching 94% proficiency versus a 72% state average, and Algebra I proficiency above 92% in both years. This academic strength is reflected in the school's 4-star rating and 76th percentile statewide ranking for 2025-2026. The school also benefits from a low student-teacher ratio of 13.5 and chronic absenteeism (12.1%) that is better than both the district (12.7%) and state (14.8%).
However, there are important caution signs. While students who stay enrolled perform exceptionally well on tests, Windsor High's graduation rate (88.8%) trails the district (93.3%) and state (92.3%), and its dropout rate (7.6%) is roughly double the district rate (3.8%). Biology proficiency dips noticeably in 10th grade (around 72–75%) compared to 9th-grade results, even though it still beats state averages. The school's statewide rank has also been volatile, jumping from 115th to 50th before settling at 78th. For parents, this means strong academic preparation for students who remain in school, but a clear need to focus on improving student retention and supporting the transition through upper grades to graduation.
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