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#342 of 1,851 schools in VA

Top 18% in state

E.c. Glass High

High School · Lynchburg City Public Schools

2111 Memorial Ave, Lynchburg, VA 24501

Enrollment

1,257

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

8.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Virginia schools

#342 of 1,851

In Lynchburg

#3 of 21

public schools

In district

#2 of 16

Lynchburg City Public Schools

Equity

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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E.c. Glass High

8.0/10

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

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About E.c. Glass High

E.c. Glass High is a public high school in Lynchburg, VA, part of Lynchburg City Public Schools. E.c.

Glass High serves approximately 1,257 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. E.c. Glass High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #342 of 1,851 schools in VA.

Structured state assessment records for E.c. Glass High show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts above district
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.8
  • VA avg 6.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.1 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.2Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency72% (2025 SOL)
Reading/ELA Proficiency86% (2025 SOL)
Math vs. State Avg-3.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+10.3 pts
Overall Proficiency79% (2025 SOL, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)65% (model expectation from 2025 SOL)
vs. Expected+14.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile73th
College Readiness7.6Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate83%
AP Participation40.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,083
Chronic Absenteeism26.7%

E.c. Glass High — Students at E.c. Glass High score 79% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

94.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 61.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
75.4% (2025 SOL)
ELA Proficiency 83.1% (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
82%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
78%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
49%
ELA
89%
2012
Math
48%
ELA
84%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
80%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
73%
2015
Math
65%
ELA
76%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
85%
2017
ELA
89%
2018
Math
76%
ELA
78%
2019
Math
76%
ELA
78%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
84%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
84%
2025
Math
72%
ELA
86%

* 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: 9.0/10.

How E.c. Glass High Compares

See how E.c. Glass High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.0/10
82th percentile in VA
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.9
Sports
24
11 boys' · 13 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
95%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
97 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
40.5% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics24sports offered
11 boys'·13 girls'·34 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

2111 Memorial Ave, Lynchburg, VA 24501

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering E.c. Glass High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. VIRGINIA EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 3.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Heritage High (rated 5.7/10, 3.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lynchburg, see our Lynchburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Dearington Elementary/Innovation Lynchburg 0.4 mi 5.0
T.C. Miller Elementary School for Innovation Lynchburg 0.7 mi 4.8
NEW VISTAS SCHOOL Lynchburg 0.7 mi 5.6
Robert S. Payne Elementary Lynchburg 0.9 mi 3.9
Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle for Innovation Lynchburg 1.1 mi 5.6
Linkhorne Middle Lynchburg 1.6 mi 4.2
Perrymont Elementary Lynchburg 1.7 mi 4.9
William M. Bass Elementary Lynchburg 1.8 mi 5.0
Linkhorne Elementary Lynchburg 1.8 mi 4.4
NEW COVENANT SCHOOLS Lynchburg 2.3 mi 5.1
RIVERMONT LYNCHBURG NORTH Lynchburg 2.3 mi 6.0
Madison Heights Elementary Madison Heights 2.4 mi 5.6
Sandusky Middle Lynchburg 2.8 mi 4.1
SOLID ROCK BAPTIST CHURCH Madison Heights 2.6 mi
FELLOWSHIP CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Madison Heights 2.6 mi
Sandusky Elementary Lynchburg 2.8 mi 5.3
Sheffield Elementary Lynchburg 3.1 mi 5.9
VIRGINIA EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Lynchburg 3.4 mi 6.7
Bedford Hills Elementary Lynchburg 3.3 mi 5.1
Heritage High Lynchburg 3.8 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 24501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$45,305

Median Home Value

$155,800

Median Rent

$936/mo

Population

26,393

College Educated

25.4%

Homeownership

45.5%

Avg Commute

18 min

Poverty Rate

20.5%

Median Age

29.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about E.c. Glass High

What grades does E.c. Glass High serve?

E.c. Glass High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend E.c. Glass High?

E.c. Glass High has an enrollment of approximately 1,257 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at E.c. Glass High?

The student-teacher ratio at E.c. Glass High is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does E.c. Glass High rank in VA?

E.c. Glass High ranks #342 of 1,851 schools in VA.

What is E.c. Glass High's MySchoolScout rating?

E.c. Glass High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 E.c. Glass High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, E.c. Glass High has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is E.c. Glass High a charter school?

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

Is E.c. Glass High a Title I school?

No, E.c. Glass High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for E.c. Glass High?

94.8% of students at E.c. Glass 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
66 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
42 Some Transit
Bike Score
62 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,257
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers (FTE)
97
Free/Reduced Lunch
94.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Lynchburg city
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.7%
4-Year Graduation
83.0%

District

Lynchburg City Public Schools
District Enrollment
7,727
Schools in District
20
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,083
District Rank
#2 of 16

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