For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 4,050 students in 20181, VA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 20181, VA are Kettle Run High School, Brentsville District High School and Patriot High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 20181 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Virginia public high school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 84% (versus the 81% statewide average). High schools in 20181, VA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Virginia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 20181 have a Graduation Rate of 96%, which is more than the Virginia average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Kettle Run High School, with 97% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 20181, VA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kettle Run High School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7403 Academic Avenue
Nokesville, VA 20181
(540) 422-7330
Nokesville, VA 20181
(540) 422-7330
Gr: 9-12 | 1,175 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Brentsville District High School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
12109 Aden Rd
Nokesville, VA 20181
(703) 594-2161
Nokesville, VA 20181
(703) 594-2161
Gr: 9-12 | 855 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #33.
Patriot High School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
10504 Kettle Run Road
Nokesville, VA 20181
(703) 594-3020
Nokesville, VA 20181
(703) 594-3020
Gr: 9-12 | 2,020 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 20181, VA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 20181, VA include Kettle Run High School, Brentsville District High School and Patriot High School.
How many public high schools are located in 20181?
3 public high schools are located in 20181.
What is the racial composition of students in 20181?
20181 public high schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public high schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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