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Warwick High

High School · Newport News City Public Schools

51 Copeland Lane, Newport News, VA 23601

Enrollment

1,605

Student-Teacher

16.1:1

Score

6.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Virginia schools

#777 of 1,851

In Newport News

#3 of 39

public schools

In district

#4 of 40

Newport News City Public Schools

Equity

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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6.8/10

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About Warwick High

Warwick High is a public high school in Newport News, VA, part of Newport News City Public Schools. Warwick High serves approximately 1,605 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Warwick High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #777 of 1,851 schools in VA.

Structured state assessment records for Warwick High show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • VA avg 6.9

What Parents Should Know

34% of students at Warwick High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.55 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.5Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency70% (2025 SOL)
Reading/ELA Proficiency80% (2025 SOL)
Math vs. State Avg-5.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4.3 pts
Overall Proficiency75% (2025 SOL, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)65% (model expectation from 2025 SOL)
vs. Expected+9.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile63th
College Readiness8.6Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate86%
AP Participation27.2%
IB ProgramYes
Resources & Environment2.4Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,082
Chronic Absenteeism33.7%

Warwick High — Students at Warwick High score 75% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 67.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
75.4% (2025 SOL)
ELA Proficiency 82.4% (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
76%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
59%
ELA
81%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
84%
2014
Math
85%
ELA
79%
2015
Math
84%
ELA
86%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
81%
2017
ELA
84%
2018
Math
73%
ELA
82%
2019
Math
73%
ELA
82%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
77%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
77%
2025
Math
70%
ELA
80%

* 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: 7.5/10.

How Warwick High Compares

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

Overall Score
6.8/10
58th percentile in VA
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.9
Sports
4
2 boys' · 2 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
92%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
100 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered IB Programme
27.2% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·117 IB enrolled·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics4sports offered
2 boys'·2 girls'·7 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

51 Copeland Lane, Newport News, VA 23601

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Warwick High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. PENINSULA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bethel High (rated 7.5/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Hampton), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Newport News, see our Newport News schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL Newport News 0.2 mi 6.2
Homer L. Hines Middle Newport News 0.9 mi 3.5
Deer Park Elementary Newport News 1.4 mi 7.4
Riverside Elementary Newport News 1.2 mi 2.3
Hilton Elementary Newport News 1.8 mi 5.9
PENINSULA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Newport News 1.7 mi 7.9
Sedgefield Elementary Newport News 1.6 mi 4.7
Watkins Early Childhood Center Newport News 1.9 mi 4.2
Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle Newport News 1.9 mi 4.6
HAMPTON ROADS INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Newport News 2.3 mi 5.7
Hidenwood Elementary Newport News 2.0 mi 4.1
Carver Elementary Newport News 2.4 mi 3.5
George P. Phenix Elementary Hampton 2.2 mi 8.7
Crittenden Middle Newport News 2.5 mi 4.3
WARWICK KIDS ACADEMY Newport News 2.6 mi
Joseph H. Saunders Elementary Newport News 2.6 mi 2.2
EAST END ACADEMY Newport News 2.8 mi 6.0
Mary W. Jackson Elementary Hampton 2.4 mi 9.4
Bethel High Hampton 2.5 mi 7.5
Richard T. Yates Elementary Newport News 3.0 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 23601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,345

Median Home Value

$235,600

Median Rent

$1,231/mo

Population

26,557

College Educated

27.6%

Homeownership

56.2%

Avg Commute

21.6 min

Poverty Rate

11.1%

Median Age

37.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Warwick High

What grades does Warwick High serve?

Warwick High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Warwick High?

Warwick High has an enrollment of approximately 1,605 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Warwick High?

The student-teacher ratio at Warwick High is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Warwick High rank in VA?

Warwick High ranks #777 of 1,851 schools in VA.

What is Warwick High's MySchoolScout rating?

Warwick 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 Warwick High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Warwick High has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Warwick High a charter school?

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

Is Warwick High a Title I school?

No, Warwick High is not currently a Title I school.

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

91.7% of students at Warwick 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
32 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
37 Some Transit
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,605
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
100
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Newport News city
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.7%
4-Year Graduation
86.0%

District

Newport News City Public Schools
District Enrollment
26,183
Schools in District
43
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,082
District Rank
#4 of 40

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