Alleghany High School

210 Mountaineer Drive
Covington, VA 24426
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Alleghany High School is a public secondary school in Alleghany County, VA, United States. It is part of Alleghany County Public Schools and is located at 210 Mountaineer Drive.
Serving 818 students in grades 9-12, Alleghany High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 818 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 18%
  • : 85-89% (Btm 50% in VA)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 70-74% (Top 50%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 30%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Alleghany High School's student population of 818 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
818 students
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Year Founded
1983
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar

School Rankings

Alleghany High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alleghany High School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (VA)
#603 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
70-74%
68%
(20-21)
75-79%
69%
(20-21)
60-64%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Hispanic
5%
20%
Black
7%
21%
White
82%
44%
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.32
85-89%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Alleghany High School's ranking?
Alleghany High School is ranked #603 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alleghany High School?
The graduation rate of Alleghany High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Alleghany High School?
818 students attend Alleghany High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Alleghany High School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alleghany High School?
Alleghany High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alleghany High School offer ?
Alleghany High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Alleghany High School part of?
Alleghany High School is part of Alleghany Highlands School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 818 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 18%
  • : 85-89% (Btm 50%)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 70-74% (Top 50%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 30%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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