Serving 321 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 60-69% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). 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 10:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- 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:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Sussex Central High School's student population of 321 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
321 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sussex Central High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sussex Central High School is 0.42, 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
#619 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-69%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-79%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-49%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
4%
19%
Black
74%
22%
White
17%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sussex Central High School's ranking?
Sussex Central High School is ranked #619 out of 1,792 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?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% 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 85-89%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Sussex Central High School?
321 students attend Sussex Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Sussex Central High School students are Black, 17% of students are White, 4% 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 Sussex Central High School?
Sussex Central High School has a student ration of 10:1, 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 (offers virtual instruction).
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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