School Overview
Petersburg High School, located at 3101 Johnson Road in Petersburg, Virginia, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the local school division. As a cornerstone of the community, the school is committed to providing a comprehensive academic experience that prepares students for post-secondary success, whether that involves higher education, vocational training, or immediate entry into the workforce. The facility houses a diverse student body and offers a range of core curriculum subjects alongside various extracurricular programs designed to foster personal growth, leadership, and school spirit.

Beyond its academic offerings, Petersburg High School places significant emphasis on cultivating a supportive environment that addresses the holistic needs of its students. The administration and faculty focus on maintaining high standards of achievement while navigating the unique challenges and opportunities present in the Petersburg area. By integrating community involvement with classroom instruction, the school strives to equip its students with the critical thinking skills and civic responsibility necessary to become productive, engaged members of the global community.
1,080
Total Students
77.8
Full-Time Teachers
13.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
99.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for PETERSBURG HIGH
Demographic Student Count
White35
Hispanic97
Black928
Asian8
Two or More9
American Indian1
Pacific Islander2
  • Black
    928 (85.9 %)
  • Hispanic
    97 (9.0 %)
  • White
    35 (3.2 %)
  • Two or More
    9 (0.8 %)
  • Asian
    8 (0.7 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.2 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Petersburg City Public Schools
Phone: (804)862-7096
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,080
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 77.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 1,071
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 310
Grade 10 332
Grade 11 230
Grade 12 208

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for PETERSBURG HIGH
Grade Student Count
Grade 9310
Grade 10332
Grade 11230
Grade 12208
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for PETERSBURG HIGH
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female55551.4%
Male52548.6%