DENBIGH HIGH SCHOOL
Denbigh High is a public high school that is part of the Newport News City Public Schools school district, located in Newport News, VA with about 1,380 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 99 teachers, Denbigh High has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.
Denbigh High School, located in Newport News, Virginia, is a prominent secondary institution within the Newport News Public Schools district. Known for its diverse student body and long-standing presence in the community, the school offers a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. The school emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience by balancing rigorous core coursework with a variety of extracurricular opportunities, including athletics, performing arts, and student-led organizations that foster school spirit and personal development.
In addition to its traditional academic programming, Denbigh High School is recognized for its commitment to student support and career readiness. The school provides various resources and initiatives aimed at ensuring equitable access to learning, including specialized programs that cater to different academic needs and interests. By maintaining strong ties to the surrounding Newport News community and utilizing its location on Denbigh Boulevard as a hub for student activity, the school strives to cultivate a safe, inclusive environment that encourages students to graduate as responsible, productive citizens.
For more information, contact Denbigh High at (757) 886-7700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Newport News, VA 23608
(757) 886-7700
http://denbigh.nn.k12.va.us/
DENBIGH HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Newport News, VA with about 1,380 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Virginia
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Magnet school:
- Yes
- District:
- Newport News City Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 1,380
- Teachers:
- 99.93
- 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 1,380 students
- Black or African American
- 52.8%
- White
- 22.7%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 18.2%
- Asian
- 3.6%
- Two or more races
- 2.3%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 41.0%
- Male
- 59.0%
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.