NELSON COUNTY HIGH
517 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Nelson County High School, located in the rural community of Lovingston, Virginia, serves as the sole public high school for the students of Nelson County. As the heart of the district’s secondary education system, the school is dedicated to preparing its diverse student body for post-graduation success, whether through higher education, technical training, or immediate entry into the workforce. The school emphasizes a supportive learning environment, leveraging its small-town setting to foster strong connections between students, faculty, and the surrounding community.
In addition to its core academic curriculum, Nelson County High School offers a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and vocational programs designed to provide a well-rounded experience. The institution works closely with the school division’s broader mission to integrate technology and personalized learning into the classroom, aiming to equip students with the critical thinking skills necessary for an evolving global landscape. For families and community members, the school serves as a central hub for academic achievement and local engagement within the Blue Ridge Mountains region.
In addition to its core academic curriculum, Nelson County High School offers a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and vocational programs designed to provide a well-rounded experience. The institution works closely with the school division’s broader mission to integrate technology and personalized learning into the classroom, aiming to equip students with the critical thinking skills necessary for an evolving global landscape. For families and community members, the school serves as a central hub for academic achievement and local engagement within the Blue Ridge Mountains region.
517
Total Students
46.2
Full-Time Teachers
11.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
78.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 364 |
| Hispanic | 49 |
| Black | 70 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More | 30 |
| American Indian | 3 |
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White364 (70.4 %)
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Black70 (13.5 %)
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Hispanic49 (9.5 %)
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Two or More30 (5.8 %)
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American Indian3 (0.6 %)
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Asian1 (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: | Nelson County Public Schools |
| Phone: | (434)263-8317 |
| Website: | http://www.nelson.k12.va.us |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 517 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 46.2 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 11.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 405 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
144
Grade 10
145
Grade 11
110
Grade 12
118
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 144 |
| Grade 10 | 145 |
| Grade 11 | 110 |
| Grade 12 | 118 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 240 | 46.4% |
| Male | 277 | 53.6% |