New Kent High School is a public high school located in New Kent, Virginia, east of Richmond. Athletic teams compete in the Virginia High School League's Bay Rivers District in Group 3A. The school relocated to a new facility for the 2008–2009 school year.
Serving 1,115 students in grades 9-12, New Kent 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 75-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,115 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Kent High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
New Kent High School's student population of 1,115 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,115 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Rankings
New Kent High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Kent High School is 0.46, 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
#381 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)82%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)79%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
7%
19%
Black
13%
22%
White
72%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Trojan
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Kent High School's ranking?
New Kent High School is ranked #381 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are New Kent High School often compared to?
New Kent High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mechanicsville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Kent High School?
The graduation rate of New Kent High School is 90%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend New Kent High School?
1,115 students attend New Kent High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of New Kent High School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Kent High School?
New Kent High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does New Kent High School offer ?
New Kent High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is New Kent High School part of?
New Kent High School is part of New Kent County School District.
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