Serving 265 students in grades 7-12, Central High School ranks in the bottom 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 45-49% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 265 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Central High serves the entire district of King And Queen Court House, VA, encompassing an area of approximately 326.3 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking 20 to 30 minutes and an average distance of 15.1 miles from the school to the zone's edge. The furthest point within the attendance zone is 25.2 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central High School's student population of 265 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
265 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Central High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central High School is 0.66, 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
#1085 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
35%
21%
White
45%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.9%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central High School's ranking?
Central High School is ranked #1085 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Central High School often compared to?
Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Essex High School, Rappahannock High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central High School?
The graduation rate of Central High School is 70-79%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Central High School?
265 students attend Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Central High School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central High School?
Central High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Central High School offer ?
Central High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Central High School part of?
Central High School is part of King And Queen County School District.
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