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#174 of 1,851 schools in VA

Top 9% in state

Atlee High

High School · Hanover County Public Schools

9414 Atlee Station Road, Mechanicsville, VA 23116

Enrollment

1,509

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

8.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Virginia schools

#174 of 1,851

In Mechanicsville

#3 of 16

public schools

In district

#3 of 23

Hanover County Public Schools

Academic performance

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Atlee High

8.5/10

High School in Mechanicsville · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.1/10

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7.1/10

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About Atlee High

Atlee High is a public high school in Mechanicsville, VA, part of Hanover County Public Schools. Atlee High serves approximately 1,509 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Atlee High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #174 of 1,851 schools in VA.

Structured state assessment records for Atlee High show 90% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 94% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.5 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.3
  • VA avg 6.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.1Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.07 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.6Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency95% (2025 SOL)
Reading/ELA Proficiency94% (2025 SOL)
Math vs. State Avg+19.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+18.3 pts
Overall Proficiency95% (2025 SOL, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)82% (model expectation from 2025 SOL)
vs. Expected+12.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile93th
College Readiness9.3Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate98%
AP Participation25.4%
IB ProgramYes
Resources & Environment5.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,035
Chronic Absenteeism7.3%

Atlee High — Students at Atlee High score 94% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 82%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

29.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 89.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
75.4% (2025 SOL)
ELA Proficiency 94.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
75.7% (2025 SOL)

Based on 27 test records from VA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
96%
ELA
97%
2010
Math
97%
ELA
98%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
98%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
95%
2013
Math
85%
ELA
94%
2014
Math
88%
ELA
96%
2015
Math
88%
ELA
95%
2016
Math
85%
ELA
93%
2017
ELA
95%
2018
Math
94%
ELA
90%
2019
Math
94%
ELA
90%
2020*
Math
90%
ELA
91%
2021*
Math
90%
ELA
91%
2025
Math
95%
ELA
94%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.1/10.

How Atlee High Compares

See how Atlee High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.5/10
91th percentile in VA
Academic
9.6/10
Excellent
Growth
9.1/10
Excellent
Environment
5.3/10
Average
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.9
Sports
27
13 boys' · 14 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
30%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
97 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.3%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered IB Programme
25.4% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·37 IB enrolled·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics27sports offered
13 boys'·14 girls'·39 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

9414 Atlee Station Road, Mechanicsville, VA 23116

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Atlee High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Hanover High (rated 8.7/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Henrico High (rated 6.4/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Richmond), a more accessible option. Additionally, GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 5.3/10, 3.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Mechanicsville, see our Mechanicsville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Chickahominy Middle Mechanicsville 0.1 mi 8.1
Cool Spring Elementary Mechanicsville 0.4 mi 7.1
Pearson's Corner Elementary Mechanicsville 1.5 mi 8.5
Washington-Henry Elementary Mechanicsville 1.9 mi 7.3
Kersey Creek Elementary Mechanicsville 2.1 mi 7.3
Oak Knoll Middle Mechanicsville 2.1 mi 8.3
Hanover High Mechanicsville 2.1 mi 8.7
ATLEE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mechanicsville 2.4 mi 4.0
THE GODDARD SCHOOL - ASHLAND Ashland 2.5 mi
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF ATLEE COMMONS Ashland 2.7 mi
L. Douglas Wilder Middle Richmond 3.1 mi 5.8
Chamberlayne Elementary Richmond 2.9 mi 4.0
GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mechanicsville 3.4 mi 5.3
Longdale Elementary Glen Allen 3.0 mi 3.3
DOOLEY SCHOOL AT ST. JOSEPH'S VILLA Richmond 3.5 mi
Mechanicsville Elementary Mechanicsville 4.1 mi 6.6
Henrico High Richmond 4.4 mi 6.4
Laburnum Elementary Richmond 4.8 mi 2.1
Rural Point Elementary Mechanicsville 3.9 mi 8.2
Brookland Middle Richmond 4.2 mi 2.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 23116 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$139,029

Median Home Value

$405,900

Median Rent

$1,983/mo

Population

34,058

College Educated

53.1%

Homeownership

90.6%

Avg Commute

24.8 min

Poverty Rate

3.1%

Median Age

41.2

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School Rating
Hickory High Chesapeake, VA 8.5
Charlottesville High Charlottesville, VA 8.6
Fauquier High Warrenton, VA 8.6
Grafton High Yorktown, VA 8.6
Stone Bridge High Ashburn, VA 8.4
Blacksburg High Blacksburg, VA 8.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Atlee High

What grades does Atlee High serve?

Atlee High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Atlee High?

Atlee High has an enrollment of approximately 1,509 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Atlee High?

The student-teacher ratio at Atlee High is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Atlee High rank in VA?

Atlee High ranks #174 of 1,851 schools in VA.

What is Atlee High's MySchoolScout rating?

Atlee High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Atlee High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Atlee High has 90% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 94% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Atlee High a charter school?

No, Atlee High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Atlee High a Title I school?

No, Atlee High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Atlee High?

29.7% of students at Atlee High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,509
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
97
Free/Reduced Lunch
29.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hanover County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.3%
4-Year Graduation
98.0%

District

Hanover County Public Schools
District Enrollment
16,820
Schools in District
25
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,035
District Rank
#3 of 23

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