Opportunity School serves 75 students in grades 9-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 was lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 85% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
75 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
n/a
19%
Black
85%
22%
White
15%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Opportunity School?
75 students attend Opportunity School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Opportunity School students are Black, and 15% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Opportunity School?
Opportunity School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Opportunity School offer ?
Opportunity School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Opportunity School part of?
Opportunity School is part of Danville City 九游体育s School District.
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