Serving 492 students in grades 9-12, Central High School ranks in the top 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 65-69% (which is approximately equal to 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 48% 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: 492 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Central High School's student population of 492 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
492 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central High School is 0.62, 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
#868 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
11%
18%
Black
32%
22%
White
52%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 #868 out of 1,792 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?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 65-69% 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 85-89%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Central High School?
492 students attend Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Central High School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
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 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Central High School part of?
Central High School is part of Lunenburg Co PBLC Schs School District.
School Reviews
5 5/24/2014
This school is amazing! I loved their JROTC Program so much! it really put me in line, they have a bunch of really nice teachers, too!
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