Serving 242 students in grades 8-12, Twin Springs 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 60-69% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is lower 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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Twin Springs High serves the northeast part of Nickelsville, VA, covering an area of approximately 162.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive to the school of 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of 7.1 miles to the edge of the attendance area, reaching up to 11.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Twin Springs High School's student population of 242 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
242 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1968
School Motto
'Every child, every opportunity.'
School Rankings
Twin Springs 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 Twin Springs High School is 0.17, 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
#1170 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
21%
White
91%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.1%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
14%
6%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Titan
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Twin Springs High School's ranking?
Twin Springs High School is ranked #1170 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Twin Springs High School often compared to?
Twin Springs High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rye Cove High School, Gate City High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Twin Springs High School?
The graduation rate of Twin Springs High School is 90%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 88.8%.
How many students attend Twin Springs High School?
242 students attend Twin Springs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Twin Springs High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Twin Springs High School?
Twin Springs High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Twin Springs High School offer ?
Twin Springs High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Twin Springs High School part of?
Twin Springs High School is part of Scott County School District.
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