School Overview
Dinwiddie County High School, located in Dinwiddie, Virginia, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the county. As a central hub for the local community, the school focuses on providing a comprehensive academic curriculum while fostering student development through a variety of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, performing arts, and vocational programs. The school is known for its strong community spirit and its dedication to preparing students for life after graduation, whether that involves transitioning into the workforce, enlisting in the military, or pursuing higher education at a college or university.

The campus itself is situated in a rural setting, which influences the school’s identity and its strong emphasis on tradition and local engagement. Dinwiddie County High prioritizes a supportive learning environment, often leveraging its connection to the surrounding community to offer resources and mentorship opportunities. By balancing rigorous state-mandated academic standards with a diverse range of student interests, the school aims to cultivate well-rounded citizens who are equipped to meet the challenges of the modern world while maintaining a clear connection to their local roots.
1,290
Total Students
117.2
Full-Time Teachers
11.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
92.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Dinwiddie County High
Demographic Student Count
White682
Hispanic115
Black415
Asian6
Two or More67
American Indian3
Pacific Islander2
  • White
    682 (52.9 %)
  • Black
    415 (32.2 %)
  • Hispanic
    115 (8.9 %)
  • Two or More
    67 (5.2 %)
  • Asian
    6 (0.5 %)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.2 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Dinwiddie County Public Schools
Phone: (804)469-4280
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,290
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 117.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 1,188
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 378
Grade 10 354
Grade 11 265
Grade 12 293

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Dinwiddie County High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9378
Grade 10354
Grade 11265
Grade 12293
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Dinwiddie County High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female62248.2%
Male66851.8%