Powhatan High School

Powhatan High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
1800 Judes Ferry Rd,  Powhatan, VA
Powhatan County Public Schools
3.9
3.7
1,383 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mrs. Kris Gwaltney
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Average SAT Score
1160
Average ACT Score
26
Math Proficiency
64%
Reading Proficiency
90%
Average GPA
3.56
Graduation Rate
90%

Niche Grade

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

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.56
Reading Proficiency
90%
Math Proficiency
64%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
92
Full Time Teachers
92
Teachers in First or Second Year
1%
College Prep
Average SAT
1160
Math
560
Verbal
600
Average ACT
26
Math
25
English
27
Reading
28
Science
26
Number of AP Courses
18
AP Pass Rate
69%
AP Math Enrollment
Average
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
288:1

Student Diversity

Male
53.7%
Female
46.3%
White
84.9%
Black
6.6%
Hispanic
4.2%
Two or more races
3.6%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
James Madison University 319 Students
Virginia Commonwealth University 279 Students
Virginia Tech 274 Students
University of Virginia 227 Students
Longwood University 204 Students
George Mason University 138 Students
William & Mary 119 Students
University of Richmond 108 Students
Christopher Newport University 107 Students
Old Dominion University 106 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 97 Students
Nursing 90 Students
Psychology 79 Students
Biology 74 Students
Computer Science 51 Students
Engineering 40 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 35 Students
Criminology 32 Students
Pre-Law Studies 32 Students
Political Science and Government 29 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 216 Reviews
5.0 Senior
1/31/2024
I have loved my experience with Powhatan High School. I have been able to get involved in so many school activities such as the Cheerleading team, homecoming, prom, fundraisers, hosting events, clubs, etc. It makes the high school experience so much more when its more than just classes every day all day. I get something to look forward to after school. The teachers treat us well and have our best interests in mind at all times. I am blessed to say I have spent an amazing four years at Powhatan High School.
3.0 Senior
6/6/2022
It was fine overall. Some teachers were amazing and really go the extra mile. Students are very cliquish though.
4.0 Junior
12/30/2021
It's okay, I've been online for 2 years so I really have only gone in person for one year. That one year was pretty good and I feel like I was successful.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.7 9 Reviews
5.0 parent
2/1/2023
We moved to Powhatan 6 years ago and at that time my oldest son was unable to name his colors or say the alphabet. My son graduates this year and he is now able to read on about a sixth grade level. I have nothing but great things to say about Mrs. Meade, Mrs. Mac, Mrs. Lisker, Mrs. Hall, and everyo...
5.0 parent
12/9/2022
Extremely Safe and well rounded Learning Environment. This School has great Facilities and lots of sports programs. The Teachers here are Phenomenal and aren't Political Activists that have become so common in the school systems.
1.0 parent
11/22/2022
just nowNEWUnless your child is a white male, DO NOT SEND THEM TO POWHATAN HIGH. They may be hate-crimed like that one gentleman in 2020 who got white supremacist symbols draw on his faces and was photographed half naked while passed out, OR you might have the non-POC members of the football team pl...
3.0 student
9/29/2021
The teachers there are phenomenal. They are very understanding, respectful, caring, informative, and are always on top of their students grades. The SROs (student resource officers) are extremely funny and very kind. However, disciplinary actions at this school are becoming unfair and unreasonable....

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Powhatan High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Powhatan, VA, in the Powhatan neighborhood, and is served by the Powhatan County Public Schools in Virginia. The school has a total enrollment of 1,383 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Academic records show that 64% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 90% are proficient in reading. Powhatan High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.56, the graduation rate is 90%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1160 and an ACT score of 26. The average home value in this area is $535,391. Discover additional schools in the area, like Flat Rock Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what Powhatan has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Powhatan High School.

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