Serving 493 students in grades 9-12, Amelia County High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 493 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Amelia County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Amelia County High School's student population of 493 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
493 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Amelia County High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Amelia County High School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#530 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
6%
18%
Black
21%
22%
White
66%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amelia County High School's ranking?
Amelia County High School is ranked #530 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Amelia County High School often compared to?
Amelia County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Amelia County Middle School, Amelia County Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Amelia County High School?
The graduation rate of Amelia County High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Amelia County High School?
493 students attend Amelia County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Amelia County High School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Amelia County High School?
Amelia County High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Amelia County High School offer ?
Amelia County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Amelia County High School part of?
Amelia County High School is part of Amelia Co PBLC Schs School District.
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