Mechanicsville High School is a public high school located in Mechanicsville, Virginia, United States. It serves students in grades 9 through 12 and is part of Hanover County Public Schools.
Serving 1,245 students in grades 9-12, Mechanicsville High School ranks in the top 30% 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 70-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% 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: 1,245 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mechanicsville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mechanicsville High School's student population of 1,245 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has grown by 64% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,245 students
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
Year Founded
1958
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Motto
Inspire. Empower. Lead.
School Rankings
Mechanicsville High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mechanicsville High School is 0.45, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#414 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)84%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)78%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
7%
20%
Black
11%
21%
White
73%
44%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustangs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mechanicsville High School's ranking?
Mechanicsville High School is ranked #414 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Mechanicsville High School often compared to?
Mechanicsville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Atlee High School, Hanover High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mechanicsville High School?
The graduation rate of Mechanicsville High School is 95%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Mechanicsville High School?
1,245 students attend Mechanicsville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Mechanicsville High School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mechanicsville High School?
Mechanicsville High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mechanicsville High School offer ?
Mechanicsville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mechanicsville High School part of?
Mechanicsville High School is part of Hanover County School District.
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