PARRY MCCLUER HIGH SCHOOL
Parry McCluer High is a public high school that is part of the Buena Vista City Public Schools school district, located in Buena Vista, VA with about 389 students offering grade levels from 8th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 27 teachers, Parry McCluer High has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Parry McCluer High School, located in Buena Vista, Virginia, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Buena Vista City Public Schools district. The school is known for its strong sense of community and school spirit, often acting as a focal point for local activities and events. It offers a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary education and career paths, while maintaining a commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment for its diverse student body.
Beyond academics, Parry McCluer High School places a significant emphasis on athletics and extracurricular engagement. The school’s athletic programs, particularly their basketball and football teams, are a source of considerable pride for the local community, frequently competing at the state level. By balancing a traditional classroom experience with robust student-led organizations and competitive sports, the school aims to cultivate well-rounded individuals and instill a strong sense of civic pride and personal responsibility in its students.
For more information, contact Parry McCluer High at (540) 261-2127 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Buena Vista, VA 24416
(540) 261-2127
PARRY MCCLUER HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Buena Vista, VA with about 389 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Virginia
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Buena Vista City Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 389
- Teachers:
- 27.62
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Supplemental Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 389 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending PARRY MCCLUER HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 90% of the student body.
- White
- 90.5%
- Black or African American
- 4.4%
- Two or more races
- 2.1%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 1.5%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 1.3%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.3%
- Female
- 47.6%
- Male
- 52.4%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.