Serving 1,260 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 10:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,260 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Dinwiddie High's attendance zone encompasses the entire Dinwiddie school district, covering approximately 507.2 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 18.7 miles away.
- 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
School Overview
Dinwiddie County High School's student population of 1,260 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 132 teachers has grown by 60% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,260 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
132 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
2008
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 0.64, 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%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)57%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
10%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
34%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
49%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Graduation Rate
89%
88.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.1%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
5%
Showing 2013–2022. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, Navy Blue
School Mascot
The General
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
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 higher than the Virginia state average of 88.8%.
How many students attend Dinwiddie County High School?
1,260 students attend Dinwiddie County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Dinwiddie County High School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 7% 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 10:1, 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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