At a glance
Reported students
1,273
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
79.69
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
16:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Virginia high enrollment
57th percentile
Compared with 325 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
522.5
Western Albemarle High: 1,273 reported students.
State peer staffing position
81st percentile
16:1 reported; state peer median 13.8:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 1,159
- Teachers (FTE)
- 95.58
- Student–teacher ratio
- 12.1:1
What the reported data says about Western Albemarle High
Western Albemarle High is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Crozet. It is one of 25 current school records connected to Albemarle County Public Schools. NCES reports 1,273 students for 2024–25.
Among 325 high schools in Virginia with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 1,140 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 57th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 16:1, above the Virginia median of 13.8:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (83.5%) and Hispanic or Latino (6.8%). English learners represent 0.9% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 11.6%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming, computer science. The school reported 22 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Western Albemarle High
- 1How do the reported 16:1 student–teacher ratio and 79.69 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 6 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 0.9%
- Students with disabilities
- 11.6%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 12.5%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 6
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1.45
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1.14
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0.09
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White83.5%
- Hispanic6.8%
- Black1.3%
- Asian4.2%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.1%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.1%
- Multiracial4%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
22 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Albemarle County Public Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Monticello High
High · Grades 09–12
1,184 reported students
Albemarle High
High · Grades 09–12
1,964 reported students
Community Lab School
High · Grades 06–12
177 reported students
Joseph T. Henley Middle
Middle · Grades 06–08
847 reported students
Mountain View Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
769 reported students
Baker-Butler Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
692 reported students
Public schools near Western Albemarle High
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joseph T. Henley Middle Middle · Albemarle County Public Schools | 06–08 | 847 | 0.4 mi |
| Brownsville Elementary Elementary · Albemarle County Public Schools | PK–05 | 530 | 0.4 mi |
| Crozet Elementary Elementary · Albemarle County Public Schools | PK–05 | 571 | 2 mi |
| Virginia L. Murray Elementary Elementary · Albemarle County Public Schools | PK–05 | 273 | 5.2 mi |
| Ivy Elementary Elementary · Albemarle County Public Schools | KG–05 | 358 | 6.4 mi |
| Red Hill Elementary Elementary · Albemarle County Public Schools | PK–05 | 210 | 6.9 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Western Albemarle High
What grades does Western Albemarle High serve?
Western Albemarle High reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Albemarle County Public Schools.
How many students attend Western Albemarle High?
Western Albemarle High reported 1,273 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 57th percentile among 325 Virginia high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,159 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Western Albemarle High?
The calculated ratio is 16:1, based on 1,273 students and 79.69 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Virginia median for the same school level is 13.8:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Western Albemarle High a public, charter, or magnet school?
Western Albemarle High is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Western Albemarle High students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
12.5% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Western Albemarle High in?
Western Albemarle High is part of Albemarle County Public Schools, based in Charlottesville, VA, which operates 25 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Western Albemarle High?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Joseph T. Henley Middle (0.4 mi), Brownsville Elementary (0.4 mi), Crozet Elementary (2 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.