RADFORD HIGH SCHOOL

Radford High is a public high school that is part of the Radford City Public Schools school district, located in Radford, VA with about 508 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 39 teachers, Radford 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.

Radford High School, located at 50 Dalton Dr in Radford, Virginia, serves as the primary secondary education institution for the Radford City Public Schools district. Situated in a close-knit community adjacent to Radford University, the school typically maintains a strong academic reputation, often prioritizing a rigorous college-preparatory curriculum alongside comprehensive vocational and extracurricular opportunities. Its location allows the school to leverage resources from the nearby university, often fostering an environment that encourages academic achievement and community engagement.

Beyond its academic focus, Radford High School is widely recognized for its robust athletics program and a strong sense of school spirit, frequently serving as a central hub for community life in Radford. The school offers a diverse range of clubs, arts programs, and competitive sports teams that aim to develop well-rounded students. With a commitment to preparing graduates for both higher education and the modern workforce, the institution emphasizes small-town values while striving to meet contemporary educational standards.

For more information, contact Radford High at (540) 731-3649 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

50 Dalton Dr
Radford, VA 24141
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RADFORD HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Radford, VA with about 508 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Virginia

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
508
Teachers:
39.56
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
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 508 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending RADFORD HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 79% of the student body.

White
78.5%
Black or African American
9.1%
Two or more races
6.3%
Hispanic/Latino
5.1%
Asian
0.8%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
49.4%
Male
50.6%

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.