Amelia County High School, part of the Amelia County ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools system, is a public high school located in Amelia Courthouse, Virginia, United States. ACHS serves over 500 students grades 9–12 to citizens within Amelia County.
Serving 497 students in grades 9-12, Amelia County High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 497 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Amelia County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Amelia County High School's student population of 497 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
497 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Colors
Gold, Kelly green
School Calendar
School Rankings
Amelia County High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Amelia County High School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#948 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-84%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
18%
22%
White
63%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Raider (medieval Soldier)
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amelia County High School's ranking?
Amelia County High School is ranked #948 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Amelia County High School often compared to?
Amelia County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Amelia County Middle School, Amelia County Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Amelia County High School?
The graduation rate of Amelia County High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Amelia County High School?
497 students attend Amelia County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Amelia County High School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Amelia County High School?
Amelia County High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Amelia County High School offer ?
Amelia County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Amelia County High School part of?
Amelia County High School is part of Amelia County School District.
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