FRANK W. COX HIGH
1,681 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Frank W. Cox High School, located in the Great Neck area of Virginia Beach, is a highly regarded public secondary school known for its strong academic reputation and vibrant school spirit. Serving students in grades 9–12, the school is well-regarded for its rigorous curriculum, which includes a robust selection of Advanced Placement (AP) courses and specialized academic programs. Beyond the classroom, the "Falcons" are widely recognized for their competitive athletics programs and a wide array of extracurricular clubs, which foster a well-rounded student experience and a strong sense of community engagement.
The school is also home to the Legal Studies Academy, a specialized magnet program that draws students from across the district who have an interest in law, justice, and government. This program, combined with the school’s general commitment to academic excellence and student leadership, consistently places Cox among the top-performing high schools in the region. With its long-standing tradition of excellence and its active parent and community involvement, Frank W. Cox High remains a central pillar of the Virginia Beach City Public Schools system.
The school is also home to the Legal Studies Academy, a specialized magnet program that draws students from across the district who have an interest in law, justice, and government. This program, combined with the school’s general commitment to academic excellence and student leadership, consistently places Cox among the top-performing high schools in the region. With its long-standing tradition of excellence and its active parent and community involvement, Frank W. Cox High remains a central pillar of the Virginia Beach City Public Schools system.
1,681
Total Students
103.2
Full-Time Teachers
16.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
25.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 1,100 |
| Hispanic | 185 |
| Black | 196 |
| Asian | 53 |
| Two or More | 137 |
| American Indian | 7 |
| Pacific Islander | 3 |
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White1,100 (65.4 %)
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Black196 (11.7 %)
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Hispanic185 (11.0 %)
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Two or More137 (8.1 %)
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Asian53 (3.2 %)
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American Indian7 (0.4 %)
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Pacific Islander3 (0.2 %)
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: | Virginia Beach City Public Schools |
| Phone: | (757)648-5250 |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 1,681 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 103.2 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 16.3 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 367 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 61 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
434
Grade 10
399
Grade 11
417
Grade 12
431
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 434 |
| Grade 10 | 399 |
| Grade 11 | 417 |
| Grade 12 | 431 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 781 | 46.5% |
| Male | 900 | 53.5% |
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