About Us

‹With a strong tradition of excellence, Western Albemarle High School is a comprehensive high school offering students the opportunity to excel in academics as well as extra-curricular activities. Western Albemarle currently serves 1,071 students in ninth through twelfth grade with 138 faculty and staff members. Founded in 1977, Western Albemarle is located on 75 acres at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains in the fast-growing Crozet area.

Western Albemarle students take advantage of a wide range of academic opportunities to prepare them for their future. Enrollment in Advanced Placement and Dual Enrollment courses has continued to rise, offering an increasing number of students the chance to earn college credit while in high school. Approximately 70 percent of students earn advanced studies diplomas, and 74 percent of graduates typically attend four-year colleges and universities across the state and nation.