Loudoun Valley High School is a public secondary school in Purcellville, Virginia. It is part of Loudoun County Public Schools. Before the opening of Woodgrove High School in 2010, it was the sole high school for the western half of Loudoun County.
Serving 1,149 students in grades 9-12, Loudoun Valley 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 60-79% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 97% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% 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: 1,149 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 97% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Loudoun Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Loudoun Valley High School's student population of 1,149 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 101 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,149 students
Total Classroom Teachers
101 teachers
Year Founded
1962
School Motto
Empowering all students to make meaningful contributions to the world.
School Rankings
Loudoun Valley 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 Loudoun Valley High School is 0.44, 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
#400 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)97%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
8%
Hispanic
15%
20%
Black
3%
21%
White
73%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
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: Viking
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Loudoun Valley High School's ranking?
Loudoun Valley High School is ranked #400 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Loudoun Valley High School often compared to?
Loudoun Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodgrove High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 97% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Loudoun Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Loudoun Valley High School is 98%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Loudoun Valley High School?
1,149 students attend Loudoun Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Loudoun Valley High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Loudoun Valley High School?
Loudoun Valley High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Loudoun Valley High School offer ?
Loudoun Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Loudoun Valley High School part of?
Loudoun Valley High School is part of Loudoun County School District.
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