At a glance
Reported students
1,980
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
116
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
17.1:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Virginia high enrollment
82nd percentile
Compared with 325 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
500.5
Granby High: 1,980 reported students.
State peer staffing position
90th percentile
17.1:1 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
- 1,807
- Teachers (FTE)
- 142
- Student–teacher ratio
- 12.7:1
What the reported data says about Granby High
Granby High is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Norfolk. It is one of 49 current school records connected to Norfolk City Public Schools. NCES reports 1,980 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 82nd percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 17.1:1, 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 Black (49.9%) and White (24.1%). English learners represent 3.7% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 12.6%. 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 41 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Granby High
- 1How do the reported 17.1:1 student–teacher ratio and 116 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 8 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
- 3.7%
- Students with disabilities
- 12.6%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 97.5%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 8
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 1
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White24.1%
- Hispanic16.3%
- Black49.9%
- Asian2%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.3%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.3%
- Multiracial7%
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
41 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 Norfolk City Public Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Matthew Fontaine Maury High
High · Grades 09–12
1,713 reported students
Norview High
High · Grades 09–12
1,585 reported students
Lake Taylor High
High · Grades 09–12
1,107 reported students
Booker T Washington High
High · Grades 09–12
904 reported students
Norview Middle
Middle · Grades 06–08
1,196 reported students
Blair Middle
Middle · Grades 06–08
1,141 reported students
Public schools near Granby 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norview High High · Norfolk City Public Schools | 09–12 | 1,585 | 2.1 mi |
| Matthew Fontaine Maury High High · Norfolk City Public Schools | 09–12 | 1,713 | 3 mi |
| Booker T Washington High High · Norfolk City Public Schools | 09–12 | 904 | 3.8 mi |
| Lake Taylor High High · Norfolk City Public Schools | 09–12 | 1,107 | 5.1 mi |
| I.C. Norcom High High · Portsmouth City Public Schools | 09–12 | 1,009 | 5.4 mi |
| Churchland High High · Portsmouth City Public Schools | 09–12 | 1,453 | 5.5 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Granby High
What grades does Granby High serve?
Granby High reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Norfolk City Public Schools.
How many students attend Granby High?
Granby High reported 1,980 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 82nd percentile among 325 Virginia high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,807 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Granby High?
The calculated ratio is 17.1:1, based on 1,980 students and 116 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 Granby High a public, charter, or magnet school?
Granby 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 Granby High students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
97.5% 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 Granby High in?
Granby High is part of Norfolk City Public Schools, based in Norfolk, VA, which operates 49 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Granby High?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Norview High (2.1 mi), Matthew Fontaine Maury High (3 mi), Booker T Washington High (3.8 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.