Serving 554 students in grades 8-12, Giles High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 554 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
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Giles High School's student population of 554 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
554 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
Giles High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Giles High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1004 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)74%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
2%
19%
Black
2%
22%
White
94%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Giles High School's ranking?
Giles High School is ranked #1004 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Giles High School often compared to?
Giles High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Narrows High School, Christiansburg High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Giles High School?
The graduation rate of Giles High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Giles High School?
554 students attend Giles High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Giles High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Giles High School?
Giles High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Giles High School offer ?
Giles High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Giles High School part of?
Giles High School is part of Giles County Public Schools.
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