For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 844 students in Lovingston, VA.
The top ranked public schools in Lovingston, VA are Nelson County High School and Nelson Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lovingston, VA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Virginia public school average of 54%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Lovingston have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Lovingston, VA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Nelson County High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6919 Thomas Nelson Hwy
Lovingston, VA 22949
(434) 263-8317
Lovingston, VA 22949
(434) 263-8317
Grades: 9-12
| 485 students
Rank: #22.
Nelson Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6925 Thomas Nelson Highway
Lovingston, VA 22949
(434) 263-4801
Lovingston, VA 22949
(434) 263-4801
Grades: 6-8
| 359 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Lovingston, VA?
The top ranked public schools in Lovingston, VA include Nelson County High School and Nelson Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Lovingston?
2 public schools are located in Lovingston.
What is the racial composition of students in Lovingston?
Lovingston public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public schools in Lovingston are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Lovingston include: Nelson County High School vs. Nelson Middle School, Nelson Middle School vs. Nelson County High School
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