Nelson County High School is a four-year comprehensive public high school located within the Nelson County Public Schools School District. It has an enrollment of 540 students in grades 9–12. Instruction is provided by 51 professional staff members.
Serving 485 students in grades 9-12, Nelson 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 485 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nelson County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Nelson County High School's student population of 485 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
485 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Colors
Green, Gold
School Rankings
Nelson 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 Nelson County High School is 0.46, 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
#530 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-84%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
10%
19%
Black
13%
22%
White
72%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Governors
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nelson County High School's ranking?
Nelson County High School is ranked #530 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Nelson County High School often compared to?
Nelson County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nelson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nelson County High School?
The graduation rate of Nelson County High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Nelson County High School?
485 students attend Nelson County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Nelson County High School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nelson County High School?
Nelson County High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nelson County High School offer ?
Nelson County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nelson County High School part of?
Nelson County High School is part of Nelson County School District.
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