Luray High School

Luray High School began operations in 1903. The school was located on Court Street until the present facility was constructed in 1930. Luray High School’s first Principal was Mr. Thomas G. Hamilton. Until 1950 the Luray school housed eleven grades. Grade 12 was added in 1950.

Until construction of a new elementary school in 1961, the Luray High School facility housed all school grades. Since the construction of Luray Elementary School the facility has housed grades 8-12. The gym complex and vocational complex were added in 1961. This allowed for a significant expansion of the curriculum.

In 1981-82 extensive renovations took place. An updated and improved heating and ventilation system was installed a new office complex, library, cafeteria, and music department was created to alleviate space needs. Additional space for instruction was created by the conversion of the Bradley house to the Art Department. A new Art Building was created in 2001-02 when the previous building caught on fire and was deemed unusable. In 2003 we celebrated the 100th Birthday of Luray High School.

Luray High School graduates and alumni have been instrumental in producing leadership and quality citizens in this and other communities.

Luray High School is proud of its traditions including a reputation for positive school spirit. School spirit means loyalty to all school functions. A loyal student supports his/her school and keeps his/her scholastic and activity standards at the highest level.