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#210 of 1,850 schools in VA

Top 11% in state

Princess Anne High

High School · Virginia Beach City Public Schools

4400 Virginia Beach Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA 23462

Enrollment

1,715

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

8.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Virginia Beach

#4 of 82

public schools

Virginia high schools

#50 of 323

In district

#4 of 82

Virginia Beach City Public Schools

Academic performance

8.6 / 10

Exceptional

About Princess Anne High

Princess Anne High is a public high school in Virginia Beach, VA, part of the Virginia Beach City Public Schools. The school serves approximately 1,715 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 14.7:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.2/10, placing it in the 88.7th percentile among VA schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 85% proficiency in math, 9 points above the state average and 90% in reading/language arts, 15 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (7.9/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $69,680, where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large city setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.9Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change0 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.6Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency90%
Reading/ELA Proficiency89%
Math vs. State Avg+14.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+13.3 pts
Overall Proficiency90%
Expected (poverty-adj.)83%
vs. Expected+6.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile78th
College Readiness9.8Exceptional30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation27.3%
IB ProgramYes
Resources & Environment5.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,119

Princess Anne High — Students at Princess Anne High score 90% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 83%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

34%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 84.7%
School
State
75.4%
ELA Proficiency 90.3%
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
88%
ELA
93%
2021*
Math
76%
ELA
89%
2025
Math
90%
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: 7.9/10.

How Princess Anne High Compares

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

Overall Score
8.2/10
89th percentile in VA
Academic
8.6/10
8.6/10
Growth
7.9/10
Above average
Environment
5.6/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
34%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
117 teachers

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs IB Programme
27.3% participation·210 IB enrolled·CRDC 2020-21

Data as of 2020-21 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

4400 Virginia Beach Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA 23462

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Princess Anne High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. STRELITZ INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY (rated 8.2/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Windsor Woods Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, IVY LEAGE ACADEMY (rated 7.7/10, 0.3 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
IVY LEAGE ACADEMY Virginia Beach 0.3 mi 7.7
Thalia Elementary Virginia Beach 0.4 mi 5.3
Pembroke Elementary Virginia Beach 1.0 mi 4.6
Bayside 6th Grade Campus Virginia Beach 1.0 mi 3.2
MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF VIRGINIA Virginia Beach 1.1 mi 5.5
FOREVER YOUNG MONTESSORI SCHOOL AND DAY CARE Virginia Beach 1.2 mi
Pembroke Meadows Elementary Virginia Beach 1.4 mi 7.4
OLD DONATION EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Virginia Beach 1.5 mi
Old Donation School Virginia Beach 1.8 mi 7.6
Windsor Woods Elementary Virginia Beach 1.6 mi 7.9
STRELITZ INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Virginia Beach 1.7 mi 8.2
Malibu Elementary Virginia Beach 1.6 mi 3.5
Kempsville Meadows Elementary Virginia Beach 2.1 mi 4.1
Luxford Elementary Virginia Beach 2.1 mi 5.2
Larkspur Middle Virginia Beach 2.2 mi 5.7
Windsor Oaks Elementary Virginia Beach 2.0 mi 4.3
RIVERMONT SCHOOL - TIDEWATER Virginia Beach 1.8 mi 6.5
Bayside High Virginia Beach 2.1 mi 7.6
Diamond Springs Elementary Virginia Beach 2.0 mi 7.5
PLAZA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Virginia Beach 2.0 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 23462 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,680

Median Home Value

$269,400

Median Rent

$1,652/mo

Population

67,066

College Educated

30.8%

Homeownership

52.8%

Avg Commute

22.1 min

Poverty Rate

12.5%

Median Age

34.4

Community Profile

The community surrounding Princess Anne High has a median household income of $69,680. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $269,400, with a median rent of $1,652/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.5%. The average commute for residents is 22 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
Atlee High Mechanicsville, VA 8.2
Potomac Falls High Potomac Falls, VA 8.2
Colonial Forge High Stafford, VA 8.1
Great Bridge High Chesapeake, VA 8.1
Oscar F. Smith High Chesapeake, VA 8.1
South County High Lorton, VA 8.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Princess Anne High

What grades does Princess Anne High serve?

Princess Anne High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Princess Anne High?

Princess Anne High has an enrollment of approximately 1,715 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Princess Anne High?

The student-teacher ratio at Princess Anne High is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Princess Anne High rank in VA?

Princess Anne High is ranked #210 out of 1,850 schools in VA.

What is Princess Anne High's MySchoolScout rating?

Princess Anne High has a composite rating of 8.2 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 Princess Anne High?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Princess Anne High has 84.7% math proficiency and 90.3% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Princess Anne High a charter school?

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

Is Princess Anne High a Title I school?

No, Princess Anne High is not currently a Title I school.

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

34.0% of students at Princess Anne 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
75 Very Walkable
Transit Score
48 Some Transit
Bike Score
52 Bikeable
City Safety
High (1,741/100K)

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

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,715
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
117
Free/Reduced Lunch
34.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Virginia Beach city
Data Year
2023–2024

District

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

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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