PRINCE EDWARD COUNTY HIGH
535 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Prince Edward County High School, located in Farmville, Virginia, serves as the sole high school for the Prince Edward County Public Schools district. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive and rigorous academic environment that prepares students for post-secondary success, whether through higher education, technical training, or direct entry into the workforce. The curriculum is designed to balance core academic requirements with a variety of elective opportunities, encouraging students to develop their personal interests while meeting state graduation standards.
Beyond traditional classroom instruction, Prince Edward County High School places a strong emphasis on student engagement through athletics, extracurricular clubs, and career-readiness programs. By leveraging its location in a historic educational hub, the school focuses on building a supportive community culture that promotes character development, civic responsibility, and academic achievement. Through its digital presence and ongoing initiatives, the school strives to maintain open communication with families and stakeholders to ensure every student has the resources necessary to excel in an evolving global landscape.
Beyond traditional classroom instruction, Prince Edward County High School places a strong emphasis on student engagement through athletics, extracurricular clubs, and career-readiness programs. By leveraging its location in a historic educational hub, the school focuses on building a supportive community culture that promotes character development, civic responsibility, and academic achievement. Through its digital presence and ongoing initiatives, the school strives to maintain open communication with families and stakeholders to ensure every student has the resources necessary to excel in an evolving global landscape.
535
Total Students
31.0
Full-Time Teachers
17.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
94.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 169 |
| Hispanic | 25 |
| Black | 317 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More | 21 |
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Black317 (59.3 %)
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White169 (31.6 %)
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Hispanic25 (4.7 %)
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Two or More21 (3.9 %)
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Asian3 (0.6 %)
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: | Prince Edward County Public Schools |
| Phone: | (434)315-2130 |
| Website: | http://www.pecps.k12.va.us/PECHS/ |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 535 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 31.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 17.3 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 504 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
172
Grade 10
170
Grade 11
100
Grade 12
93
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 172 |
| Grade 10 | 170 |
| Grade 11 | 100 |
| Grade 12 | 93 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 265 | 49.5% |
| Male | 270 | 50.5% |