Alexandria City High School

Alexandria City High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
3330 King St,  Alexandria, VA
Alexandria City Public Schools
3.8
4.7
4,402 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Suzanne Maxey
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Average SAT Score
1170
Average ACT Score
26
Math Proficiency
42%
Reading Proficiency
75%
Average GPA
3.37
Graduation Rate
80%

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
B
Teachers
A-
College Prep
C+
Administration
B+
Resources/Facilities
A
Clubs and Activities
A-
Sports
C
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.37
Reading Proficiency
75%
Math Proficiency
42%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
311
Full Time Teachers
311
Teachers in First or Second Year
6.1%
College Prep
Average SAT
1170
Math
570
Verbal
600
Average ACT
26
Math
25
English
27
Reading
27
Science
26
Number of AP Courses
34
AP Pass Rate
59.5%
AP Math Enrollment
High
AP Science Enrollment
High
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
322:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.2%
Female
48.8%
Hispanic
42.2%
Black
25.9%
White
23.6%
Asian or Pacific Islander
5.6%
Two or more races
2.5%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%

School Rankings

#8 Most Diverse Public HS in Virginia
#12 Niche Standout HS in Virginia
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
George Mason University 1,161 Students
Virginia Commonwealth University 1,081 Students
University of Virginia 1,012 Students
James Madison University 955 Students
Virginia Tech 724 Students
Old Dominion University 702 Students
William & Mary 584 Students
Virginia State University 523 Students
George Washington University 460 Students
Norfolk State University 451 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 388 Students
Computer Science 281 Students
Psychology 266 Students
Biology 250 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 209 Students
Nursing 206 Students
Political Science and Government 145 Students
Engineering 106 Students
Marketing 105 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 102 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.8 950 Reviews
4.0 Sophomore
3/2/2025
Alexander high school is a pretty good school no complaints it's full of accepting students and administrators and teachers to help you.
3.0 Junior
1/12/2025
Don't feel safe with the fights. Admin administers rules that they don't stick to. If you're smart already you'll do fine if you need help you may or may not get the help you need. Overall 3/5.
4.0 Senior
12/18/2024
My experience with Alexandria City High School has been good so far. What I really like is that the staff at this school really respect each other's culture and they also value the students. The teachers are really nice, you can tell they want the best for the students, they are always available to help. I don't feel safe at school because of everything that has happened and the security at school is not that good.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.7 89 Reviews
1.0 parent
7/9/2022
Terrible school!! Please do your research before enrolling in this High School! Terrible teaching, very Unsafe environment and careless administration!! You brilliant son or daughter will turn to a below average!!
5.0 parent
5/10/2022
You can succeed if you want to. This school offers high-level courses and rigorous classes, although many students do not challenge themselves. Great facilitcies as well. Much better than other schools in the nearby area. Remember the Titans!
1.0 parent
4/24/2022
I made the massive mistake of sending my daughter to this school: poor teaching and counseling In unsafe environments.
5.0 parent
5/27/2021
On July 1, 2021, TC Williams will be renamed Alexandria City High School. The college track at this school produces students and athletes of the highest caliber. Go see the students, the educators and the resources. You will be impressed.

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Alexandria City High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Alexandria, VA and is served by the Alexandria City Public Schools in Virginia. The school has a total enrollment of 4,402 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Academic records show that 42% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 75% are proficient in reading. Alexandria City High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.37, the graduation rate is 80%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1170 and an ACT score of 26. The average home value in this area is $1,025,122. Discover additional schools in the area, like Governor's Health Science Academy, T. C. Williams High School Minnie Howard Campus, Wakefield High School, and more. Learn more about what Alexandria has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Alexandria City High School.

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