At a glance
Reported students
2,046
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
117
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
17.5:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Virginia high enrollment
84th percentile
Compared with 325 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
586
Kempsville High: 2,046 reported students.
State peer staffing position
93rd percentile
17.5:1 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
- 1,847
- Teachers (FTE)
- 120.2
- Student–teacher ratio
- 15.4:1
What the reported data says about Kempsville High
Kempsville High is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Virginia Beach. It is one of 87 current school records connected to Virginia Beach City Public Schools. NCES reports 2,046 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 84th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 17.5:1, 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 (44.8%) and Black (26.1%). English learners represent 3.1% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 10.2%. 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 Kempsville High
- 1How do the reported 17.5:1 student–teacher ratio and 117 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
- 3.1%
- Students with disabilities
- 10.2%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 41%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 6
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White44.8%
- Hispanic15.2%
- Black26.1%
- Asian4.4%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.3%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.5%
- Multiracial8.7%
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 Virginia Beach City Public Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Bayside High
High · Grades 09–12
1,984 reported students
Landstown High
High · Grades 09–12
2,152 reported students
Tallwood High
High · Grades 09–12
1,890 reported students
Floyd Kellam High
High · Grades 09–12
1,842 reported students
Ocean Lakes High
High · Grades 09–12
1,834 reported students
First Colonial High
High · Grades 09–12
1,727 reported students
Public schools near Kempsville 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Princess Anne High High · Virginia Beach City Public Schools | 09–12 | 1,621 | 2.4 mi |
| Salem High High · Virginia Beach City Public Schools | 09–12 | 1,690 | 2.7 mi |
| Green Run High High · Virginia Beach City Public Schools | 09–12 | 1,465 | 2.7 mi |
| Green Run Collegiate High · Charter · Virginia Beach City Public Schools | 09–12 | 390 | 2.7 mi |
| Tallwood High High · Virginia Beach City Public Schools | 09–12 | 1,890 | 2.9 mi |
| Bayside High High · Virginia Beach City Public Schools | 09–12 | 1,984 | 3.4 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Kempsville High
What grades does Kempsville High serve?
Kempsville High reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Virginia Beach City Public Schools.
How many students attend Kempsville High?
Kempsville High reported 2,046 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 84th percentile among 325 Virginia high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,847 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Kempsville High?
The calculated ratio is 17.5:1, based on 2,046 students and 117 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 Kempsville High a public, charter, or magnet school?
Kempsville 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 Kempsville High students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
41% 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 Kempsville High in?
Kempsville High is part of Virginia Beach City Public Schools, based in Virginia Beach, VA, which operates 87 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Kempsville High?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Princess Anne High (2.4 mi), Salem High (2.7 mi), Green Run High (2.7 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.