Pound High School serves 222 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was ≥95% (which was higher than the Virginia state average of 86%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was ≥95% (which was higher than the Virginia state average of 88%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 was lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 1% of the student body (majority Asian), which was lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
222 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)≥95%
86%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)≥95%
88%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
n/a
19%
Black
n/a
22%
White
99%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(10-11)85-89%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 86% VA state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 88% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pound High School?
The graduation rate of Pound High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 82%.
How many students attend Pound High School?
222 students attend Pound High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Pound High School students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pound High School?
Pound High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pound High School offer ?
Pound High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Pound High School part of?
Pound High School is part of Wise County 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ School District.
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