Serving 517 students in grades 6-12, Bland County High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 517 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bland County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Bland County High School's student population of 517 students has grown by 54% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
517 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bland County High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bland County High School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#569 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)85-89%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
3%
20%
Black
8%
21%
White
82%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.4%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bland County High School's ranking?
Bland County High School is ranked #569 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bland County High School?
The graduation rate of Bland County High School is 95%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Bland County High School?
517 students attend Bland County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Bland County High School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bland County High School?
Bland County High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bland County High School offer ?
Bland County High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bland County High School part of?
Bland County High School is part of Bland County School District.
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