Serving 436 students in grades 7-12, Bland County High School ranks in the top 30% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bland County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bland County High School's student population of 436 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
436 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Bland County High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bland County High School is 0.34, 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
#359 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)85-89%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
5%
19%
Black
7%
22%
White
81%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
5%
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 Bland County High School's ranking?
Bland County High School is ranked #359 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bland County High School?
The graduation rate of Bland County High School is 90%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Bland County High School?
436 students attend Bland County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Bland County High School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bland County High School?
Bland County High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bland County High School offer ?
Bland County High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bland County High School part of?
Bland County High School is part of Bland County School District.
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