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#96 of 1,851 schools in VA

Top 5% 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

8.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Virginia schools

#96 of 1,851

In Virginia Beach

#3 of 82

public schools

In district

#3 of 82

Virginia Beach City Public Schools

Academic growth

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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8.9/10

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

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About Princess Anne High

Princess Anne High is a public high school in Virginia Beach, VA, part of Virginia Beach City Public Schools. Princess Anne High serves approximately 1,715 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Princess Anne High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #96 of 1,851 schools in VA.

Structured state assessment records for Princess Anne High show 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 93% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.1 pts above district
  • This school 8.9 · Excellent
  • 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
Academics9.3Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency93% (2025 SOL)
Reading/ELA Proficiency89% (2025 SOL)
Math vs. State Avg+17.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+13.3 pts
Overall Proficiency91% (2025 SOL, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)81% (model expectation from 2025 SOL)
vs. Expected+10.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile88th
College Readiness8.9Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate89%
AP Participation27.3%
IB ProgramYes
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,888
Chronic Absenteeism5%

Princess Anne High — Students at Princess Anne High score 91% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 81%).

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 81.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
75.4% (2025 SOL)
ELA Proficiency 92.6% (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
94%
ELA
97%
2010
Math
93%
ELA
97%
2011
Math
68%
ELA
97%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
69%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
81%
ELA
90%
2015
Math
87%
ELA
94%
2016
Math
80%
ELA
92%
2017
ELA
92%
2018
Math
88%
ELA
93%
2019
Math
88%
ELA
93%
2020*
Math
76%
ELA
89%
2021*
Math
76%
ELA
89%
2025
Math
93%
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 Princess Anne High Compares

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

Overall Score
8.9/10
95th percentile in VA
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
9.3/10
Excellent
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.9
Sports
21
9 boys' · 12 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
34%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
117 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
5.0%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered IB Programme
27.3% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·210 IB enrolled·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics21sports offered
9 boys'·12 girls'·27 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

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. Windsor Woods Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Old Donation School (rated 8.9/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Pembroke Meadows Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar 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 7.3
Pembroke Elementary Virginia Beach 1.0 mi 6.7
Bayside 6th Grade Campus Virginia Beach 1.0 mi 3.6
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 8.7
OLD DONATION EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Virginia Beach 1.5 mi
Old Donation School Virginia Beach 1.8 mi 8.9
Windsor Woods Elementary Virginia Beach 1.6 mi 9.2
STRELITZ INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Virginia Beach 1.7 mi 8.2
Malibu Elementary Virginia Beach 1.6 mi 5.5
Kempsville Meadows Elementary Virginia Beach 2.1 mi 6.6
Luxford Elementary Virginia Beach 2.1 mi 6.8
Larkspur Middle Virginia Beach 2.2 mi 5.4
Windsor Oaks Elementary Virginia Beach 2.0 mi 7.9
RIVERMONT SCHOOL - TIDEWATER Virginia Beach 1.8 mi 6.5
Bayside High Virginia Beach 2.1 mi 6.9
Diamond Springs Elementary Virginia Beach 2.0 mi 7.3
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

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Briar Woods High Ashburn, VA 8.8
Riverside High Leesburg, VA 8.8
Independence High Ashburn, VA 9.1
Thomas Jefferson High for Science and Technology Alexandria, VA 9.1
Hampton High Hampton, VA 8.7
Hanover High Mechanicsville, VA 8.7

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 ranks #96 of 1,851 schools in VA.

What is Princess Anne High's MySchoolScout rating?

Princess Anne High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 Princess Anne High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Princess Anne High has 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 93% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

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

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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
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
5.0%
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
#3 of 82

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