Serving 685 students in grades 9-12, Buckingham County High School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 60-64% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 685 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buckingham County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Buckingham County High School's student population of 685 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
685 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Buckingham County High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buckingham County High School is 0.59, 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
#990 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
5%
19%
Black
34%
22%
White
54%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
55%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buckingham County High School's ranking?
Buckingham County High School is ranked #990 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
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 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Buckingham County High School?
The graduation rate of Buckingham County High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Buckingham County High School?
685 students attend Buckingham County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Buckingham County High School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Buckingham County High School?
Buckingham County High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Buckingham County High School offer ?
Buckingham County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Buckingham County High School part of?
Buckingham County High School is part of Buckingham County School District.
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