ESSEX HIGH
514 Students
High School 8th - 12th
School Overview
Essex High School, located in Tappahannock, Virginia, serves as the primary public secondary educational institution for students within Essex County. As part of the Essex County Public Schools division, the school is dedicated to fostering academic growth, personal development, and community engagement for its diverse student body. The campus on High School Circle acts as a central hub for local youth, providing a curriculum that balances core academic requirements with opportunities for extracurricular involvement, including athletics, arts, and various student organizations.
Beyond the classroom, Essex High School emphasizes the importance of preparing students for life after graduation, whether they choose to pursue higher education, enter the workforce, or enlist in the military. The school works closely with the surrounding Tappahannock community to create a supportive learning environment that encourages civic responsibility and school spirit. By integrating traditional instruction with modern educational practices, the school aims to cultivate well-rounded citizens who are equipped to contribute positively to the future of the Northern Neck region of Virginia.
Beyond the classroom, Essex High School emphasizes the importance of preparing students for life after graduation, whether they choose to pursue higher education, enter the workforce, or enlist in the military. The school works closely with the surrounding Tappahannock community to create a supportive learning environment that encourages civic responsibility and school spirit. By integrating traditional instruction with modern educational practices, the school aims to cultivate well-rounded citizens who are equipped to contribute positively to the future of the Northern Neck region of Virginia.
514
Total Students
37.0
Full-Time Teachers
13.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
76.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 151 |
| Hispanic | 28 |
| Black | 282 |
| Asian | 8 |
| Two or More | 43 |
| American Indian | 2 |
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Black282 (54.9 %)
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White151 (29.4 %)
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Two or More43 (8.4 %)
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Hispanic28 (5.4 %)
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Asian8 (1.6 %)
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American Indian2 (0.4 %)
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: | Essex County Public Schools |
| Phone: | (804)443-4301 |
| Grade Range: | 8th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 514 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 37.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 13.9 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 395 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 8
105
Grade 9
112
Grade 10
99
Grade 11
95
Grade 12
103
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 8 | 105 |
| Grade 9 | 112 |
| Grade 10 | 99 |
| Grade 11 | 95 |
| Grade 12 | 103 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 258 | 50.2% |
| Male | 256 | 49.8% |
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525 Students
High School 8th - 12th