Grayson County High

Grayson County Public Schools
110 Blue Devil Drive
Independence, VA 24348
461 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Grayson County High School, located in Independence, Virginia, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the students of Grayson County. Situated in a rural, scenic region of Southwest Virginia, the school operates as a central hub for the local community, emphasizing a commitment to both academic development and the preservation of the area’s unique heritage. The campus, addressed at 110 Blue Devil Drive, reflects the school's identity through its long-standing "Blue Devil" mascot, which serves as a point of pride for students, alumni, and the surrounding Independence community.

The school is dedicated to preparing its students for success in a global economy while maintaining a supportive, close-knit environment typical of smaller school districts. Beyond its core curriculum, Grayson County High provides a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletic programs, clubs, and vocational opportunities designed to help students transition into higher education or the workforce. By fostering a culture of school spirit and academic rigor, Grayson County High School strives to equip its students with the skills and character necessary to succeed after graduation.
461
Total Students
37.5
Full-Time Teachers
12.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
92.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    386 (83.7%)
  • Hispanic
    52 (11.3%)
  • Black
    18 (3.9%)
  • Two or More
    5 (1.1%)
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: Grayson County Public Schools
Phone: (276)773-2131
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 461
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 37.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 426
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 9 125
Grade 10 108
Grade 11 105
Grade 12 123
Gender Ratio
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