Halifax County High School is a public high school located in South Boston, Virginia, United States. It is located less than 2 mi from Halifax County Middle School. Having 2,319 students currently enrolled in the 2017–18 school year, there are 118 faculty members with a 15.1 student/teacher ratio.
Serving 1,282 students in grades 9-12, Halifax 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 55-59% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is 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 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,282 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Halifax County High's attendance zone covers the entire school district in South Boston, VA, encompassing approximately 829.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school from various points within the zone ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 15.7 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 24.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Halifax County High School's student population of 1,282 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 116 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,282 students
Total Classroom Teachers
116 teachers
Year Founded
1979
School Rankings
Halifax 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 Halifax County High School is 0.60, 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
#1134 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)69%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
6%
20%
Black
43%
21%
White
46%
44%
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
88.8%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.6%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Light blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Halifax County High School's ranking?
Halifax County High School is ranked #1134 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Halifax County High School often compared to?
Halifax County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Randolph-henry High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Halifax County High School?
The graduation rate of Halifax County High School is 84%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 88.8%.
How many students attend Halifax County High School?
1,282 students attend Halifax County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Halifax County High School students are White, 43% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Halifax County High School?
Halifax County High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Halifax County High School offer ?
Halifax County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Halifax County High School part of?
Halifax County High School is part of Halifax County School District.
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