Granby High School is a public high school in Norfolk, Virginia. The school is part of the Norfolk Public Schools system. It is the only high school in the school division that offers an International Baccalaureate program.
Serving 1,850 students in grades 9-12, Granby High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,850 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Granby High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Granby High School's student population of 1,850 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 114 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,850 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
114 teachers
Year Founded
1939
Colors
Blue, Gold, Silver
School Rankings
Granby High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Granby High School is 0.67, 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
#1134 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)34%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
15%
19%
Black
50%
22%
White
25%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Comet
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Granby High School's ranking?
Granby High School is ranked #1134 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Granby High School often compared to?
Granby High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Matthew Fontaine Maury High School, Norview High School, Booker T Washington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Granby High School?
The graduation rate of Granby High School is 80%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Granby High School?
1,850 students attend Granby High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Granby High School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Granby High School?
Granby High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Granby High School offer ?
Granby High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Granby High School part of?
Granby High School is part of Norfolk City School District.
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