Amherst County High School is a public high school, grades 9–12, serving Amherst County, Virginia, United States.
Serving 1,243 students in grades 9-12, Amherst County High School ranks in the top 50% 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 60-79% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% 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: 1,243 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Amherst County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Amherst County High School's student population of 1,243 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
1,243 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Year Founded
1955
Colors
Grey, Maroon
School Rankings
Amherst 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 Amherst County High School is 0.52, 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
#641 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)81%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)51%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
5%
19%
Black
18%
22%
White
66%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lancer
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amherst County High School's ranking?
Amherst County High School is ranked #641 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?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Amherst County High School?
The graduation rate of Amherst County High School is 96%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Amherst County High School?
1,243 students attend Amherst County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Amherst County High School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Amherst County High School?
Amherst County High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Amherst County High School offer ?
Amherst County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Amherst County High School part of?
Amherst County High School is part of Amherst County School District.
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