Excellent
#61 of 1,851 schools in VA
Top 3% in state
York High
High School · York County Public Schools
9300 Geo Wash Mem Hwy, Yorktown, VA 23692
Enrollment
983
Student-Teacher
3.1:1
Score
9.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
983
Student-Teacher
3.1:1
Score
9.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Virginia schools
#61 of 1,851
In Yorktown
#2 of 12
public schools
In district
#2 of 19
York County Public Schools
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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York High
High School in Yorktown · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
York River Academy
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About York High
York High is a public high school in Yorktown, VA, part of York County Public Schools. York High serves approximately 983 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 3.1:1 student-teacher ratio. York High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #61 of 1,851 schools in VA.
Structured state assessment records for York High show 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 93% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
What's said publicly about York High
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.
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- This school 9.1 · Excellent
- District avg 8.5
- VA avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
At 3.1:1 students to teachers, York High sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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York High — Students at York High score 92% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 81%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
34.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)
Based on 27 test records from VA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.5/10.
How York High Compares
See how York High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
9300 Geo Wash Mem Hwy, Yorktown, VA 23692
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering York High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Grafton High (rated 8.6/10, 3.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is York River Academy (rated 7.9/10), a more accessible option. Additionally, Woodside High (rated 7.2/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Newport News), a more accessible option. For more schools in Yorktown, see our Yorktown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| York River Academy Yorktown | 0.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Yorktown Elementary Yorktown | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Yorktown Middle Yorktown | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| GRACE EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Yorktownn | 2.2 mi | — |
| Oliver C. Greenwood Elementary Newport News | 2.4 mi | 2.8 |
| Woodside High Newport News | 2.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Grafton Middle Yorktown | 3.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Grafton High Yorktown | 3.3 mi | 8.6 |
| DENBIGH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Newport News | 3.6 mi | — |
| Richneck Elementary Newport News | 3.5 mi | 3.6 |
| Seaford Elementary Seaford | 3.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Dare Elementary Yorktown | 3.7 mi | 7.7 |
| George J. McIntosh Elementary Newport News | 4.2 mi | 2.5 |
| Ella J. Fitzgerald Middle Newport News | 4.0 mi | 3.8 |
| Denbigh Early Childhood Center Newport News | 4.2 mi | 3.4 |
| Katherine Johnson Elementary Newport News | 4.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Grafton Bethel Elementary Grafton | 4.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Mary Passage Middle Newport News | 4.6 mi | 4.5 |
| David A. Dutrow Elementary Newport News | 5.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Kiln Creek Elementary Newport News | 5.7 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 23692 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$106,668
Median Home Value
$404,500
Median Rent
$1,862/mo
Population
19,208
College Educated
49.8%
Homeownership
77.6%
Avg Commute
24.4 min
Poverty Rate
4%
Median Age
43.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Meridian High Falls Church, VA | 8.9 |
| Loudoun Valley High Purcellville, VA | 9.3 |
| Arcadia High Oak Hall, VA | 8.8 |
| Hampton High Hampton, VA | 8.7 |
| Hanover High Mechanicsville, VA | 8.7 |
| Salem High Salem, VA | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about York High
What grades does York High serve?
York High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend York High?
York High has an enrollment of approximately 983 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at York High?
The student-teacher ratio at York High is 3.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does York High rank in VA?
York High ranks #61 of 1,851 schools in VA.
What is York High's MySchoolScout rating?
York High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 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 York High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, York High has 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 93% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is York High a charter school?
No, York High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is York High a Title I school?
No, York High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for York High?
34.9% of students at York 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 983
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 319
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 34.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.3%
- Phone
- (757) 898-0354
- 4-Year Graduation
- 97.0%
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District
York County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 12,726
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,844
- District Rank
- #2 of 19
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