Lancaster High School is a public high school in Lancaster, Virginia, United States.
Serving 402 students in grades 8-12, Lancaster High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 402 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lancaster High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lancaster High School's student population of 402 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 48% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
402 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
In Pursuit of Excellence
School Rankings
Lancaster High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lancaster High School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1566 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
3%
20%
Black
51%
21%
White
38%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Red Devil
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lancaster High School's ranking?
Lancaster High School is ranked #1566 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lancaster High School?
The graduation rate of Lancaster High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Lancaster High School?
402 students attend Lancaster High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Lancaster High School students are Black, 38% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lancaster High School?
Lancaster High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lancaster High School offer ?
Lancaster High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lancaster High School part of?
Lancaster High School is part of Lancaster County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
The teachers and staff prepared me for my college career and life in the "real world". I can never show my enough appreciation for all that they did for me.
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