SUSSEX CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL

Sussex Central High is a public high school that is part of the Sussex County Public Schools school district, located in Sussex, VA with about 316 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 33 teachers, Sussex Central High has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. 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.

Sussex Central High School, located at 21394 Sussex Drive in Sussex, Virginia, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Sussex County Public Schools district. Situated in a rural community, the school is central to the local area's academic and extracurricular life, offering a range of programs designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. The facility functions as a hub for the district, hosting various athletic events, community gatherings, and student-led initiatives that help define the character of the surrounding county.

As an institution, Sussex Central High emphasizes the importance of community involvement and student development. The school strives to foster an environment that supports academic achievement through a diverse curriculum while encouraging student participation in sports, clubs, and vocational programs. By maintaining close ties to the local community, the school aims to provide its students with the resources, mentorship, and opportunities necessary to succeed after graduation, reflecting the values and aspirations of the Sussex County region.

For more information, contact Sussex Central High at (434) 246-6051 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

21394 Sussex Drive
Sussex, VA 23884-0307
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SUSSEX CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Sussex, VA with about 316 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Virginia

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
316
Teachers:
33.27
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
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 316 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending SUSSEX CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly Black or African American, representing about 74% of the student body.

Black or African American
74.4%
White
23.1%
Hispanic/Latino
2.2%
Two or more races
0.3%

Female
46.8%
Male
53.2%

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.