Appomattox County High School is a public high school located in Appomattox, Virginia, United States. Its teams are known as the Raiders and its colors are blue, grey, and white. The school was built in 1973.
Serving 731 students in grades 9-12, Appomattox County High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). 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 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 731 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Appomattox County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Appomattox County High School's student population of 731 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
731 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Year Founded
1973
Colors
White, Blue, Grey, Red, Blue-gray
School Rankings
Appomattox County High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Appomattox County High School is 0.54, 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
#51 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)85-89%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
4%
20%
Black
22%
21%
White
64%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Raiders
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Appomattox County High School's ranking?
Appomattox County High School is ranked #51 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Appomattox County High School often compared to?
Appomattox County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Appomattox Middle School, Appomattox Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% 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 Appomattox County High School?
The graduation rate of Appomattox County High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Appomattox County High School?
731 students attend Appomattox County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Appomattox County High School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Appomattox County High School?
Appomattox County High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Appomattox County High School offer ?
Appomattox County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Appomattox County High School part of?
Appomattox County High School is part of Appomattox County School District.
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