Nottoway High School is a public high school located in Nottoway County, Virginia. It is part of the Nottoway County School Division. Athletic teams compete in the Virginia High School League's AA James River District in the VHSL 2A East division Conference 34.
Serving 510 students in grades 9-12, Nottoway High School ranks in the top 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 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 510 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nottoway High's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 316 square miles around Crewe, VA, with typical drive times of 20-30 minutes and an average distance of 11.1 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching up to 15.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nottoway High School's student population of 510 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
510 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nottoway 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 Nottoway High School is 0.65, 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
#847 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
8%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
45%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
37%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
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
80-84%
88.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.1%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
6%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Mascot
Cougars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nottoway High School's ranking?
Nottoway High School is ranked #847 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nottoway High School?
The graduation rate of Nottoway High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 88.8%.
How many students attend Nottoway High School?
510 students attend Nottoway High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Nottoway High School students are Black, 37% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nottoway High School?
Nottoway High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nottoway High School offer ?
Nottoway High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nottoway High School part of?
Nottoway High School is part of Nottoway County School District.
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