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#667 of 1,851 schools in VA

Top 36% in state

Green Run High

High School · Virginia Beach City Public Schools

1700 Dahlia Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23456

Enrollment

1,444

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

7.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Virginia schools

#667 of 1,851

In Virginia Beach

#50 of 82

public schools

In district

#50 of 82

Virginia Beach City Public Schools

Equity

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Green Run High

7.2/10

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

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About Green Run High

Green Run High is a public high school in Virginia Beach, VA, part of Virginia Beach City Public Schools. Green Run High serves approximately 1,444 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Green Run High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #667 of 1,851 schools in VA.

Structured state assessment records for Green Run High show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.8
  • VA avg 6.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.3Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change+0.01 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.2Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency86% (2025 SOL)
Reading/ELA Proficiency89% (2025 SOL)
Math vs. State Avg+10.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+13.3 pts
Overall Proficiency88% (2025 SOL, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)69% (model expectation from 2025 SOL)
vs. Expected+18.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile88th
College Readiness5.9Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate89%
AP Participation14.1%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.2Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,888
Chronic Absenteeism22.9%

Green Run High — Students at Green Run High score 88% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

79.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 74.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
75.4% (2025 SOL)
ELA Proficiency 84.5% (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
91%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
94%
2011
Math
49%
ELA
91%
2012
Math
60%
ELA
84%
2013
Math
70%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
88%
2015
Math
69%
ELA
84%
2016
Math
75%
ELA
84%
2017
ELA
91%
2018
Math
91%
ELA
83%
2019
Math
91%
ELA
83%
2020*
Math
64%
ELA
69%
2021*
Math
64%
ELA
69%
2025
Math
86%
ELA
89%

* 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: 9.3/10.

How Green Run High Compares

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

Overall Score
7.2/10
64th percentile in VA
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
9.3/10
Excellent
Environment
4.2/10
Below Average
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.9
Sports
21
9 boys' · 12 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
79%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
95 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.9%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
14.1% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics21sports offered
9 boys'·12 girls'·23 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 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

1700 Dahlia Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23456

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Green Run High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Green Run Collegiate (rated 9.2/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is Landstown High (rated 7.4/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Virginia Beach, see our Virginia Beach schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Green Run Collegiate Virginia Beach 0.0 mi 9.2
COURTHOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Virginia Beach 0.7 mi
White Oaks Elementary Virginia Beach 0.6 mi 7.3
TIDEWATER CLASSICAL ACADEMY Virginia Beach 0.7 mi 2.3
Rosemont Elementary Virginia Beach 0.8 mi 7.4
Parkway Elementary Virginia Beach 0.8 mi 5.4
Windsor Oaks Elementary Virginia Beach 1.4 mi 7.9
Green Run Elementary Virginia Beach 1.2 mi 6.1
CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Virginia Beach 1.3 mi 6.2
Holland Elementary Virginia Beach 1.3 mi 7.1
Landstown High Virginia Beach 1.9 mi 7.4
Windsor Woods Elementary Virginia Beach 1.9 mi 9.2
Rosemont Forest Elementary Virginia Beach 1.8 mi 8.2
Landstown Middle Virginia Beach 2.0 mi 6.2
Landstown Elementary Virginia Beach 2.0 mi 5.8
PLAZA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Virginia Beach 2.0 mi
Larkspur Middle Virginia Beach 1.8 mi 5.4
Salem Elementary Virginia Beach 2.3 mi 7.6
Kempsville Meadows Elementary Virginia Beach 1.9 mi 6.6
Indian Lakes Elementary Virginia Beach 2.0 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 23456 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$128,403

Median Home Value

$455,500

Median Rent

$1,928/mo

Population

60,744

College Educated

45.7%

Homeownership

89.3%

Avg Commute

26.1 min

Poverty Rate

4.1%

Median Age

40.2

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Monticello High Charlottesville, VA 7.3
Deep Creek High Chesapeake, VA 7.1
Millbrook High Winchester, VA 7.1
Nansemond River High Suffolk, VA 7.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Green Run High

What grades does Green Run High serve?

Green Run High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Green Run High?

Green Run High has an enrollment of approximately 1,444 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Green Run High?

The student-teacher ratio at Green Run High is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Green Run High rank in VA?

Green Run High ranks #667 of 1,851 schools in VA.

What is Green Run High's MySchoolScout rating?

Green Run High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Green Run High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Green Run High has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Green Run High a charter school?

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

Is Green Run High a Title I school?

No, Green Run High is not currently a Title I school.

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

79.2% of students at Green Run 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
26 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
30 Some Transit
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,444
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
95
Free/Reduced Lunch
79.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Virginia Beach city
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.9%
4-Year Graduation
89.0%

District

Virginia Beach City Public Schools
District Enrollment
64,986
Schools in District
88
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,888
District Rank
#50 of 82

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