Menchville High School is one of six public high schools in Newport News, Virginia, United States.
Serving 1,759 students in grades 9-12, Menchville 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 79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,759 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Menchville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Menchville High School's student population of 1,759 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 106 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,759 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
Year Founded
1970
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Rankings
Menchville 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 Menchville High School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1150 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)79%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)63%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
22%
19%
Black
35%
22%
White
33%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Monarchs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Menchville High School's ranking?
Menchville High School is ranked #1150 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Menchville High School often compared to?
Menchville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodside 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 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Menchville High School?
The graduation rate of Menchville High School is 91%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Menchville High School?
1,759 students attend Menchville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Menchville High School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 22% 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 Menchville High School?
Menchville High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Menchville High School offer ?
Menchville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Menchville High School part of?
Menchville High School is part of Newport News City School District.
In what neighborhood is Menchville High School located?
Menchville High School is located in the Charles neighborhood of Newport News, VA. There are 2 other public schools located in Charles.
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