Fort Defiance High School is a public school located in Fort Defiance, Virginia. It is often referred to by its initials, FDHS or Fort.
Serving 731 students in grades 9-12, Fort Defiance High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (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 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 731 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fort Defiance High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Fort Defiance High School's student population of 731 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
731 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Colors
White, Blue, Royal blue
School Calendar
School Motto
Where Students Grow Intellectually, Physically, and Emotionally
School Rankings
Fort Defiance High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fort Defiance High School is 0.34, 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
#217 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
13%
20%
Black
3%
21%
White
80%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Native American
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort Defiance High School's ranking?
Fort Defiance High School is ranked #217 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Fort Defiance High School often compared to?
Fort Defiance High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Buffalo Gap High School, Stuarts Draft High School, Wilson Memorial High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% 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 Fort Defiance High School?
The graduation rate of Fort Defiance High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Fort Defiance High School?
731 students attend Fort Defiance High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Fort Defiance High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fort Defiance High School?
Fort Defiance High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fort Defiance High School offer ?
Fort Defiance High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Fort Defiance High School part of?
Fort Defiance High School is part of Augusta County School District.
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