STAFFORD, VA – Stafford County Public Schools (SCPS) on-time graduation rate for the Class of 2018 was 94.7% compared to 94.3% for the Class of 2017. SCPS on-time graduation rate is 3.1% higher than the state. Of the 2,431 students who entered high school as first-time ninth graders in 2014:
- 1,495, or 61.5 %, earned an Advanced Studies Diploma (including International Baccalaureate), compared with 61.7 % of the previous cohort.
- 781, or 32.1%, earned a Standard Diploma.
- 25, or 1%, earned a Special Diploma.
- 17, or less than 1% earned a GED.
- 89, or 3.7% dropped out.
Superintendent Dr. Scott Kizner said “The Stafford County Public School family is extremely proud of the Class of 2018. Our on-time graduation rate continues to increase annually. SCPS is excited to provide students matriculating through their PreK-12 experience access to a variety of academic programs and career paths. The Commonwealth’s Accreditation standards include the College, Career, and Civic Readiness Index (CCCRI), which provides us a broader scope of measurement regarding the types of experiences we are offering our students. This area will remain a focus for us.”
About SCPS: Stafford County Public Schools has an enrollment of more than 29,113 students with 30 schools. The division is
located south of Washington, DC and serves a diverse population with suburban and rural communities. Although the school
division has experienced rapid growth, the county has maintained a commitment to educational excellence. Support from the
board of supervisors and the community have enabled the school district to maintain, improve and expand school facilities,
transportation offerings, and instructional programs. Commitment to an excellent student-teacher ratio has enhanced quality
instruction and attention for students.
