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#788 of 1,851 schools in VA

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King's Fork High

High School · Suffolk City Public Schools

351 Kings Fork Road, Suffolk, VA 23434

Enrollment

1,666

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

6.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Virginia schools

#788 of 1,851

In Suffolk

#4 of 19

public schools

In district

#4 of 19

Suffolk City Public Schools

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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King's Fork High

6.8/10

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

King's Fork Middle

4.6/10

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4.3/10

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About King's Fork High

King's Fork High is a public high school in Suffolk, VA, part of Suffolk City Public Schools. King's Fork High serves approximately 1,666 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. King's Fork High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #788 of 1,851 schools in VA.

Structured state assessment records for King's Fork High show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • VA avg 6.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.8Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change+0.41 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.6Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency84% (2025 SOL)
Reading/ELA Proficiency84% (2025 SOL)
Math vs. State Avg+8.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+8.3 pts
Overall Proficiency84% (2025 SOL, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)72% (model expectation from 2025 SOL)
vs. Expected+11.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile79th
College Readiness5.9Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate79%
AP Participation3.3%
IB ProgramYes
Resources & Environment2.2Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,431
Chronic Absenteeism29.5%

King's Fork High — Students at King's Fork High score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 72%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

66.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 63.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
75.4% (2025 SOL)
ELA Proficiency 83.0% (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
75%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
43%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
38%
ELA
81%
2013
Math
56%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
61%
ELA
79%
2015
Math
70%
ELA
74%
2016
Math
60%
ELA
79%
2017
ELA
82%
2018
Math
89%
ELA
86%
2019
Math
89%
ELA
86%
2020*
Math
44%
ELA
77%
2021*
Math
44%
ELA
77%
2025
Math
84%
ELA
84%

* 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: 9.8/10.

How King's Fork High Compares

See how King's Fork High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
58th percentile in VA
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
2.2/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.9
Sports
19
9 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
66%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
103 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.5%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered IB Programme
3.3% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·71 IB enrolled·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics19sports offered
9 boys'·10 girls'·19 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

351 Kings Fork Road, Suffolk, VA 23434

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering King's Fork High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Windsor High (rated 7.5/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Windsor), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Nansemond River High (rated 7.1/10, 4.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Lakeland High (rated 6.1/10, 5.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Suffolk, see our Suffolk schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.7 mi
School Distance Rating
King's Fork Middle Suffolk 0.2 mi 4.6
Elephant's Fork Elementary Suffolk 1.3 mi 4.3
NANSEMOND-SUFFOLK ACADEMY Suffolk 1.6 mi 5.4
Hillpoint Elementary Suffolk 1.8 mi 3.9
Mack Benn Jr. Elementary Suffolk 3.6 mi 4.3
Oakland Elementary Suffolk 4.4 mi 7.2
John F. Kennedy Middle Suffolk 4.1 mi 5.2
Booker T. Washington Elementary Suffolk 4.5 mi 3.4
Nansemond Parkway Elementary Suffolk 3.9 mi 6.3
Kilby Shores Elementary Suffolk 4.6 mi 6.0
Nansemond River High Suffolk 4.3 mi 7.1
SUFFOLK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Suffolk 6.3 mi 5.5
Lakeland High Suffolk 5.7 mi 6.1
Forest Glen Middle Suffolk 6.0 mi 5.4
John Yeates Middle Suffolk 6.3 mi 8.2
Florence Bowser Elementary Suffolk 6.3 mi 5.4
Creekside Elementary Suffolk 8.6 mi 5.4
Windsor High Windsor 8.3 mi 7.5
Georgie D. Tyler Middle Windsor 8.8 mi 6.9
STONEBRIDGE SCHOOL Chesapeake 8.7 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 23434 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,798

Median Home Value

$293,600

Median Rent

$1,242/mo

Population

52,556

College Educated

26.4%

Homeownership

67.4%

Avg Commute

30.9 min

Poverty Rate

11.8%

Median Age

37.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about King's Fork High

What grades does King's Fork High serve?

King's Fork High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend King's Fork High?

King's Fork High has an enrollment of approximately 1,666 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at King's Fork High?

The student-teacher ratio at King's Fork High is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does King's Fork High rank in VA?

King's Fork High ranks #788 of 1,851 schools in VA.

What is King's Fork High's MySchoolScout rating?

King's Fork High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 King's Fork High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, King's Fork High has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is King's Fork High a charter school?

No, King's Fork High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is King's Fork High a Title I school?

No, King's Fork High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for King's Fork High?

66.4% of students at King's Fork 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
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,666
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
103
Free/Reduced Lunch
66.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Suffolk city
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.5%
4-Year Graduation
79.0%

District

Suffolk City Public Schools
District Enrollment
14,520
Schools in District
22
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,431
District Rank
#4 of 19

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