ALTAVISTA HIGH SCHOOL
Altavista High is a public high school that is part of the Campbell County Public Schools school district, located in Altavista, VA with about 663 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 49 teachers, Altavista High has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Altavista High School, located in the town of Altavista, Virginia, serves as a central educational institution for the local community within the Campbell County Public Schools division. As a secondary school, it is committed to providing a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether they choose to pursue higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. The school fosters an environment that balances rigorous core instruction with a variety of extracurricular activities, encouraging students to develop both their intellectual capabilities and their personal character.
Beyond the classroom, Altavista High is known for its strong community spirit and identity. The school maintains a focus on student engagement, often emphasizing athletics, arts, and service organizations that help build school pride and promote student well-being. By utilizing its location in Bedford Avenue as a hub for local youth, the school plays a vital role in the social and developmental landscape of Altavista, striving to equip each graduating class with the skills and values necessary to contribute positively to the broader society.
For more information, contact Altavista High at (434) 369-4768 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Altavista, VA 24517
(434) 369-4768
ALTAVISTA HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Altavista, VA with about 663 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Virginia
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Campbell County Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 663
- Teachers:
- 49.96
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Supplemental Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 663 students
- White
- 66.2%
- Black or African American
- 22.3%
- Two or more races
- 7.7%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 2.1%
- Asian
- 1.2%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.5%
- Female
- 47.5%
- Male
- 52.5%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.