Princess Anne High School is one of 11 high schools in the Virginia Beach City Public School System. The school features, as its academy, the International Baccalaureate Programme. Opened in 1954, it is the oldest remaining high school in Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States.
Serving 1,621 students in grades 9-12, Princess Anne High School ranks in the top 30% 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 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,621 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Princess Anne High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Princess Anne High School's student population of 1,621 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 113 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,621 students
Total Classroom Teachers
113 teachers
Year Founded
1954
Colors
White, Blue, Red
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 13, 2026
School Rankings
Princess Anne High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Princess Anne High School is 0.71, 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
#501 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)89%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
8%
Hispanic
12%
20%
Black
20%
21%
White
47%
44%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Virginia Beach City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cavalier
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Princess Anne High School's ranking?
Princess Anne High School is ranked #501 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Princess Anne High School often compared to?
Princess Anne High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frank W. Cox High School, Ocean Lakes High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Princess Anne High School?
The graduation rate of Princess Anne High School is 89%, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Princess Anne High School?
1,621 students attend Princess Anne High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Princess Anne High School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Princess Anne High School?
Princess Anne High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Princess Anne High School offer ?
Princess Anne High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Princess Anne High School part of?
Princess Anne High School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.
In what neighborhood is Princess Anne High School located?
Princess Anne High School is located in the Northwest neighborhood of Virginia Beach, VA. There are 17 other public schools located in Northwest.
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