At a glance
Reported students
647
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
52.57
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
12.3:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Virginia high enrollment
32nd percentile
Compared with 325 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
483
Poquoson High: 647 reported students.
State peer staffing position
27th percentile
12.3:1 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
- 699
- Teachers (FTE)
- 57.63
- Student–teacher ratio
- 12.1:1
What the reported data says about Poquoson High
Poquoson High is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Poquoson. It is one of 4 current school records connected to Poquoson City Public Schools. NCES reports 647 students for 2024–25.
Among 325 high schools in Virginia with comparable records, this school is smaller than the reported median of 1,140 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 32nd percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 12.3:1, below 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 (88.3%) and multiracial (4.9%). English learners represent 0.4% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 10.7%. 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. The school reported 16 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Poquoson High
- 1How do the reported 12.3:1 student–teacher ratio and 52.57 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 3 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 0.4%
- Students with disabilities
- 10.7%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 20.1%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 3
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.5
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0.25
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White88.3%
- Hispanic4.3%
- Black1.1%
- Asian1.2%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.2%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial4.9%
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
16 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Not reported as 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 Poquoson City Public Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Poquoson Middle
Middle · Grades 06–08
491 reported students
Poquoson Elementary
Elementary · Grades 03–05
475 reported students
Poquoson Primary
Elementary · Grades PK–02
417 reported students
Public schools near Poquoson 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tabb High High · York County Public Schools | 09–12 | 1,153 | 3 mi |
| Grafton High High · York County Public Schools | 09–12 | 1,235 | 5.5 mi |
| Bethel High High · Hampton City Public Schools | 09–12 | 1,769 | 5.9 mi |
| Kecoughtan High High · Hampton City Public Schools | 09–12 | 1,553 | 6.2 mi |
| Hampton High High · Hampton City Public Schools | 09–12 | 1,301 | 7.3 mi |
| Phoebus High High · Hampton City Public Schools | 09–12 | 1,391 | 7.4 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Poquoson High
What grades does Poquoson High serve?
Poquoson High reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Poquoson City Public Schools.
How many students attend Poquoson High?
Poquoson High reported 647 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 32nd percentile among 325 Virginia high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 699 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Poquoson High?
The calculated ratio is 12.3:1, based on 647 students and 52.57 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 Poquoson High a public, charter, or magnet school?
Poquoson High is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Poquoson City Public Schools attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Poquoson High students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
20.1% 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 Poquoson High in?
Poquoson High is part of Poquoson City Public Schools, based in Poquoson, VA, which operates 4 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Poquoson High?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Tabb High (3 mi), Grafton High (5.5 mi), Bethel High (5.9 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.