Louisa County High School is a secondary school for students of Louisa County, Virginia in the United States. It is the school for students in the county in grades 9-12.
Serving 1,601 students in grades 9-12, Louisa County High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% 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: 1,601 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Louisa County High's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Mineral, VA, encompassing approximately 510.9 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 21.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Louisa County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Louisa County High School's student population of 1,601 students has grown by 5% 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
1,601 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
116 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1940
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Lions
School Rankings
Louisa County High School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Louisa County High School is 0.53, 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
#16 out of 1773 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)92%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)77%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
8%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
66%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
88%
88.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.6%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
5%
Showing 2013–2022. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green, Gold
School Mascot
Lions
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Louisa County High School's ranking?
Louisa County High School is ranked #16 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Louisa County High School?
The graduation rate of Louisa County High School is 88%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 88.8%.
How many students attend Louisa County High School?
1,601 students attend Louisa County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Louisa County High School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Louisa County High School?
Louisa County High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Louisa County High School offer ?
Louisa County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Louisa County High School part of?
Louisa County High School is part of Louisa County School District.
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