Serving 278 students in grades 6-12, Craig County 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 50-54% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). 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 10:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Craig County High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in New Castle, VA, covering approximately 330.6 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 30.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Craig County High School's student population of 278 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
278 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Craig County 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 Craig County High School is 0.04, 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
#1259 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
8%
Showing 2002–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
98%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-89%
88.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.2%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
5%
Showing 2013–2022. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Craig County High School's ranking?
Craig County High School is ranked #1259 out of 1,773 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?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% 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 Craig County High School?
The graduation rate of Craig County High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 88.8%.
How many students attend Craig County High School?
278 students attend Craig County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Craig County High School students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Craig County High School?
Craig County High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Craig County High School offer ?
Craig County High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Craig County High School part of?
Craig County High School is part of Craig County School District.
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