At a glance
Reported students
1,438
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
114.95
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
12.5:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Virginia high enrollment
63rd percentile
Compared with 325 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
327
Charlottesville High: 1,438 reported students.
State peer staffing position
28th percentile
12.5:1 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
- 1,234
- Teachers (FTE)
- 111.62
- Student–teacher ratio
- 11.1:1
What the reported data says about Charlottesville High
Charlottesville High is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Charlottesville. It is one of 10 current school records connected to Charlottesville City Public Schools. NCES reports 1,438 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 63rd percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 12.5:1, close to 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 (42%) and Black (25.8%). English learners represent 9.5% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 14.1%. 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 24 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Charlottesville High
- 1How do the reported 12.5:1 student–teacher ratio and 114.95 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 7 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 9.5%
- Students with disabilities
- 14.1%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 66%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 7
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.5
- Social workers (FTE)
- 2
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White42%
- Hispanic14.3%
- Black25.8%
- Asian6.8%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.1%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.1%
- Multiracial10.9%
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
24 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 Charlottesville City Public Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Walker Upper Elementary
Middle · Grades 05–06
570 reported students
Charlottesville Middle
Middle · Grades 07–08
563 reported students
Jackson-Via Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–04
370 reported students
Tall Oaks Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–04
327 reported students
Trailblazer Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–04
320 reported students
Sunrise Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–04
299 reported students
Public schools near Charlottesville 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walker Upper Elementary Middle · Charlottesville City Public Schools | 05–06 | 570 | 0.4 mi |
| Greenbrier Elementary Elementary · Charlottesville City Public Schools | PK–04 | 267 | 0.8 mi |
| Community Lab School High · Charter · Albemarle County Public Schools | 06–12 | 177 | 0.9 mi |
| Charlottesville Area Technical Education Center Other · Charlottesville Area Technical Education Center | Not reported | — | 1 mi |
| Albemarle High High · Albemarle County Public Schools | 09–12 | 1,964 | 2.1 mi |
| Monticello High High · Albemarle County Public Schools | 09–12 | 1,184 | 3.8 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Charlottesville High
What grades does Charlottesville High serve?
Charlottesville High reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Charlottesville City Public Schools.
How many students attend Charlottesville High?
Charlottesville High reported 1,438 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 63rd percentile among 325 Virginia high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,234 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Charlottesville High?
The calculated ratio is 12.5:1, based on 1,438 students and 114.95 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 Charlottesville High a public, charter, or magnet school?
Charlottesville High is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Charlottesville City Public Schools attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Charlottesville High students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
66% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Charlottesville High in?
Charlottesville High is part of Charlottesville City Public Schools, based in Charlottesville, VA, which operates 10 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Charlottesville High?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Walker Upper Elementary (0.4 mi), Greenbrier Elementary (0.8 mi), Community Lab School (0.9 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.