Serving 297 students in grades 9-12, Mathews High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% 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: 297 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mathews High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Mathews High School's student population of 297 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
297 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Mathews High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mathews High School is 0.35, 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
#439 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)85-89%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
7%
22%
White
80%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mathews High School's ranking?
Mathews High School is ranked #439 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Mathews High School often compared to?
Mathews High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Middlesex High School, Mathews Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mathews High School?
The graduation rate of Mathews High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Mathews High School?
297 students attend Mathews High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Mathews High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mathews High School?
Mathews High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mathews High School offer ?
Mathews High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Mathews High School part of?
Mathews High School is part of Mathews County School District.
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