Bassett High School is a four-year comprehensive public high school in Bassett, Virginia, United States. The school currently enrolls about 1,100 students in grades 9–12. It is one of two public high schools operated by Henry County Schools.
Serving 1,140 students in grades 9-12, Bassett High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,140 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 76% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bassett High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Bassett High School's student population of 1,140 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,140 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Year Founded
1979
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 30, 2026
School Rankings
Bassett 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 Bassett High School is 0.64, 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
#202 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)78%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)47%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
21%
19%
Black
17%
22%
White
54%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
76%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bassett Bengal
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bassett High School's ranking?
Bassett High School is ranked #202 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Bassett High School often compared to?
Bassett High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Magna Vista High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bassett High School?
The graduation rate of Bassett High School is 76%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Bassett High School?
1,140 students attend Bassett High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Bassett High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bassett High School?
Bassett High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bassett High School offer ?
Bassett High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bassett High School part of?
Bassett High School is part of Henry County School District.
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