Serving 536 students in grades 9-12, Nottoway 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 536 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nottoway High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Nottoway High School's student population of 536 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Mascot
Cougars
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
536 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Rankings
Nottoway High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nottoway High School is 0.65, 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
#1094 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
11%
19%
Black
43%
22%
White
39%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
6%
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 Nottoway High School's ranking?
Nottoway High School is ranked #1094 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nottoway High School?
The graduation rate of Nottoway High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Nottoway High School?
536 students attend Nottoway High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Nottoway High School students are Black, 39% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nottoway High School?
Nottoway High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nottoway High School offer ?
Nottoway High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nottoway High School part of?
Nottoway High School is part of Nottoway County School District.
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