Dinwiddie High School is a secondary school in Dinwiddie County, Virginia, United States. It is the only high school in the county.
Serving 1,322 students in grades 9-12, Dinwiddie County High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 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 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,322 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dinwiddie County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Dinwiddie County High School's student population of 1,322 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 148 teachers has grown by 74% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,322 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
148 teachers
Year Founded
2008
Colors
Red, Navy Blue
School Rankings
Dinwiddie 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 Dinwiddie County High School is 0.62, 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
#572 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)57%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
10%
19%
Black
32%
22%
White
52%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The General
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dinwiddie County High School's ranking?
Dinwiddie County High School is ranked #572 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Dinwiddie County High School often compared to?
Dinwiddie County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dinwiddie County Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dinwiddie County High School?
The graduation rate of Dinwiddie County High School is 89%, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Dinwiddie County High School?
1,322 students attend Dinwiddie County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Dinwiddie County High School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dinwiddie County High School?
Dinwiddie County High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dinwiddie County High School offer ?
Dinwiddie County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dinwiddie County High School part of?
Dinwiddie County High School is part of Dinwiddie County School District.
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