Serving 331 students in grades 9-12, Sussex Central High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than 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 82% 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: 331 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sussex Central High's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Stony Creek, VA, encompassing approximately 492.8 square miles and typically requiring a 20-30 minute drive to reach the school from various points within the zone. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 14.9 miles, with the furthest edge being 20.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sussex Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Sussex Central High School's student population of 331 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
331 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Sussex Central 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 Sussex Central High School is 0.46, 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
#651 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-79%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-49%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
8%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Black
71%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
18%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Graduation Rate
80-84%
88.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.3%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
13%
6%
Showing 2006–2015. View full 16-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sussex Central High School's ranking?
Sussex Central High School is ranked #651 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Sussex Central High School often compared to?
Sussex Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sussex Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sussex Central High School?
The graduation rate of Sussex Central High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 88.8%.
How many students attend Sussex Central High School?
331 students attend Sussex Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Sussex Central High School students are Black, 18% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sussex Central High School?
Sussex Central High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sussex Central High School offer ?
Sussex Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sussex Central High School part of?
Sussex Central High School is part of Sussex County School District.
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