Kettle Run High School is a public high school in Nokesville, Virginia. The school is part of Fauquier County Public Schools and is located at 7403 Academic Avenue, Nokesville, VA. It has an enrollment of a little more than 1,200 students. The graduating class of 2015 consisted of 281 seniors.
Serving 1,175 students in grades 9-12, Kettle Run High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (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 25% 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: 1,175 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kettle Run High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Kettle Run High School's student population of 1,175 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,175 students
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Year Founded
2008
Colors
Green, Orange
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Kettle Run High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kettle Run High School is 0.42, 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
#154 out of 1773 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)85%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)74%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
13%
20%
Black
3%
21%
White
75%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kettle Run High School's ranking?
Kettle Run High School is ranked #154 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Kettle Run High School often compared to?
Kettle Run High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Patriot High School, Battlefield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kettle Run High School?
The graduation rate of Kettle Run High School is 97%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Kettle Run High School?
1,175 students attend Kettle Run High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Kettle Run High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kettle Run High School?
Kettle Run High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kettle Run High School offer ?
Kettle Run High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kettle Run High School part of?
Kettle Run High School is part of Fauquier County School District.
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