Bath County High School鈥攖he only high school in Bath County, Virginia鈥攊s a VHSL Class 1 high school serving students in grades 8-12.
Serving 183 students in grades 8-12, Bath County 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 60-69% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 37:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 183 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 37:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bath County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
School Overview
Bath County High School's student population of 183 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 78% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
183 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Colors
Black, Orange
School Rankings
Bath County 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 Bath County 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
#782 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
37:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
4%
19%
Black
3%
22%
White
91%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Charger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bath County High School's ranking?
Bath County High School is ranked #782 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?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bath County High School?
The graduation rate of Bath County High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Bath County High School?
183 students attend Bath County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Bath County High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bath County High School?
Bath County High School has a student ration of 37:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bath County High School offer ?
Bath County High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bath County High School part of?
Bath County High School is part of Bath County School District.
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