For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 485 students in 22949, VA.
The top ranked public high school in 22949, VA is Nelson County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 22949 have an average math proficiency score of 90% (versus the Virginia public high school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 81% statewide average). High schools in 22949, VA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Virginia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 22949 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Virginia average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Nelson County High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 22949, VA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nelson County High School
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6919 Thomas Nelson Hwy
Lovingston, VA 22949
(434) 263-8317
Lovingston, VA 22949
(434) 263-8317
Gr: 9-12 | 485 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 22949, VA?
The top ranked public high schools in 22949, VA include Nelson County High School.
How many public high schools are located in 22949?
1 public high schools are located in 22949.
What is the racial composition of students in 22949?
22949 public high schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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