Denbigh High School

Denbigh High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
259 Denbigh Blvd,  Newport News, VA
Newport News City Public Schools
3.6
2.9
1,225 Students
C+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mr. Anthony Vladu
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Average SAT Score
1080
Average ACT Score
20
Math Proficiency
32%
Reading Proficiency
65%
Average GPA
3.11
Graduation Rate
86%

Niche Grade

C
Academics
B
Teachers
B-
College Prep
B-
Administration
B
Resources/Facilities
B-
Clubs and Activities
B-
Sports
C
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.11
Reading Proficiency
65%
Math Proficiency
32%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers
91
Full Time Teachers
91
Teachers in First or Second Year
10.1%
College Prep
Average SAT
1080
Math
530
Verbal
550
Average ACT
20
Math
20
English
19
Reading
19
Science
19
Number of AP Courses
13
AP Pass Rate
15.3%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
High
Other AP Enrollment
Average
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
146:1

Student Diversity

Male
55.8%
Female
44.2%
Black
50.3%
Hispanic
21.1%
White
19.3%
Two or more races
6.3%
Asian or Pacific Islander
2.4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%
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Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Old Dominion University 193 Students
Norfolk State University 153 Students
Virginia Commonwealth University 130 Students
Virginia Peninsula Community College 96 Students
Virginia State University 94 Students
James Madison University 93 Students
Christopher Newport University 86 Students
Hampton University 77 Students
University of Virginia 76 Students
George Mason University 75 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 46 Students
Nursing 44 Students
Business 40 Students
Computer Science 29 Students
Biology 25 Students
Aerospace Engineering 25 Students
Mechanical Engineering 21 Students
Engineering 18 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 17 Students
Aeronautics and Aviation Technology 17 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.6 196 Reviews
4.0 Senior
11/14/2024
Denbigh High School is a average school when it comes to the majority of aspects however, if a student wishes to pursue a career in aviation it is a very good choice. The aviation academy allows students to get a hands on learning experience that allows students to learn the skills needed to advance within the field.
5.0 Senior
3/29/2023
My experience at Denbigh High School was pretty good. Although covid had an impact on my high school experience, it was still great.
4.0 Junior
12/9/2022
A good school that is mostly fair and a good learning environment for myself and others. It is a very diverse school that treats other students with respect.
GreatSchools Reviews
2.9 9 Reviews
5.0 parent
1/29/2025
My kids love Denbigh! Teachers are supportive, understanding and have the experience to deal with many different cultures and learning needs. They are interested. Kids feel as safe as they can these days. Curriculum is there for any child who wants to learn and succeed. The staff is friendly and app...
1.0 parent
5/27/2022
please don't ever come to Denbigh it trashes covid rude teachers and they make you take a sol on something they did not teach.
1.0 parent
5/27/2022
this shcool is a living hell i hate this place
5.0 parent
5/15/2021
Denbigh is one of Newport News’s best-kept secrets. The teachers in this school go above and beyond for their students in the classroom and the community. They are truly a community school that values its students and families. There can be some improvements in parent involvement, alumni involvement...

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