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#583 of 1,850 schools in VA

Top 32% in state

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

7.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Suffolk

#4 of 18

public schools

Virginia high schools

#127 of 323

In district

#4 of 19

Suffolk City Public Schools

Equity

8.6 / 10

Exceptional

About King's Fork High

King's Fork High serves 1,666 students in grades 9-12 in Suffolk, Virginia, maintaining a student-teacher ratio of 16.2:1 with 103 full-time equivalent teachers. As a regular public school, King's Fork currently ranks in the 16th percentile among Virginia high schools, with room for academic growth and development opportunities for its student body. The school sits in a community where families demonstrate solid economic stability, with a median household income of $73,843 and median home values around $277,500.

About one in four residents holds a bachelor's degree or higher, while the poverty rate remains relatively low at 10.9 percent, suggesting a middle-class community invested in their children's futures. With its substantial enrollment, King's Fork offers the resources and diversity that come with being a larger high school, providing students with opportunities to find their niche among a broad peer group. The manageable class sizes, reflected in the student-teacher ratio, allow for meaningful interactions between educators and students as they work together toward academic improvement and personal growth.

King's Fork High is positioned in Suffolk's suburban landscape, located on the fringe of an urban area where students experience both small-town community feel and access to broader metropolitan opportunities.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.0Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+0.07 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.1Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency85%
Reading/ELA Proficiency84%
Math vs. State Avg+9.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+8.3 pts
Overall Proficiency85%
Expected (poverty-adj.)75%
vs. Expected+9.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile72th
College Readiness8.4Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation3.3%
IB ProgramYes
Resources & Environment3.1Fair20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,163

King's Fork High — Students at King's Fork High score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 75%).

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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 72.7%
School
State
75.4%
ELA Proficiency 82.3%
School
State
75.7%

Based on 6 test records from VA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
89%
ELA
86%
2021*
Math
44%
ELA
77%
2025
Math
85%
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: 8.0/10.

How King's Fork High Compares

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

Overall Score
7.2/10
69th percentile in VA
Academic
8.1/10
8.1/10
Growth
8.0/10
Above average
Environment
3.1/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
66%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
103 teachers

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs IB Programme
3.3% participation·71 IB enrolled·CRDC 2020-21

Data as of 2020-21 · 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 7.1/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Windsor), with a very similar rating. Another option is Lakeland High (rated 6.2/10, 5.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Nansemond River High (rated 6.1/10, 4.3 miles away), a more accessible option. 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 5.9
Elephant's Fork Elementary Suffolk 1.3 mi 3.2
NANSEMOND-SUFFOLK ACADEMY Suffolk 1.6 mi 5.4
Hillpoint Elementary Suffolk 1.8 mi 4.1
Mack Benn Jr. Elementary Suffolk 3.6 mi 6.6
Oakland Elementary Suffolk 4.4 mi 7.5
John F. Kennedy Middle Suffolk 4.1 mi 7.0
Booker T. Washington Elementary Suffolk 4.5 mi 4.3
Nansemond Parkway Elementary Suffolk 3.9 mi 5.5
Kilby Shores Elementary Suffolk 4.6 mi 4.5
Nansemond River High Suffolk 4.3 mi 6.1
SUFFOLK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Suffolk 6.3 mi 5.5
Lakeland High Suffolk 5.7 mi 6.2
Forest Glen Middle Suffolk 6.0 mi 5.6
John Yeates Middle Suffolk 6.3 mi 7.5
Florence Bowser Elementary Suffolk 6.3 mi 7.2
Creekside Elementary Suffolk 8.6 mi 4.5
Windsor High Windsor 8.3 mi 7.1
Georgie D. Tyler Middle Windsor 8.8 mi 7.5
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

Community Profile

The community surrounding King's Fork High has a median household income of $75,798. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $293,600, with a median rent of $1,242/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.8%. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Edison High Alexandria, VA 7.2
Henrico High Richmond, VA 7.2
Jamestown High Williamsburg, VA 7.3
Varina High Richmond, VA 7.3
Warwick High Newport News, VA 7.3
Franklin County High Rocky Mount, VA 7.1

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 is ranked #583 out of 1,850 schools in VA.

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

King's Fork High has a composite rating of 7.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at King's Fork High?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, King's Fork High has 72.7% math proficiency and 82.3% reading/ELA proficiency.

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
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
High (1,953/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Suffolk). Data >1 year old.

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
Data Year
2023–2024

District

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

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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