For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,251 students in Bristol, VA.
The top-ranked public high schools in Bristol, VA are John S. Battle High School and Virginia High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bristol, VA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Virginia public high school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 79% (versus the 81% statewide average). High schools in Bristol have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public high schools.
Bristol, VA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Virginia average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is John S. Battle High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Bristol, VA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John S. Battle High School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
21264 Battle Hill Dr
Bristol, VA 24202
(276) 642-5300
Bristol, VA 24202
(276) 642-5300
Gr: 9-12 | 613 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Virginia High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
650 Long Crescent Dr
Bristol, VA 24201
(276) 821-5858
Bristol, VA 24201
(276) 821-5858
Gr: 9-12 | 638 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Bristol, VA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Bristol, VA include John S. Battle High School and Virginia High School.
How many public high schools are located in Bristol?
2 public high schools are located in Bristol.
What is the racial composition of students in Bristol?
Bristol public high schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public high schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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