Alleghany Highlands Public Schools

District Overview
Nestled in a rural fringe setting in Low Moor, Virginia, Alleghany Highlands Public Schools operates as an active, comprehensive public school division headquartered at 100 Central Circle. The district manages seven operational schools that deliver a seamless continuum of education, spanning from early childhood pre-kindergarten programs through twelfth grade graduation. Serving a student body of 2,804 children, the school system offers balanced academic pathways designed to support early foundational skills, middle school growth, and college- or career-ready high school preparation.

To support its educational mission, Alleghany Highlands Public Schools maintains a robust instructional and operational infrastructure powered by a full-time equivalent (FTE) workforce of over 1,000 staff members. This dedicated team includes approximately 436 full-time classroom teachers and 116 instructional aides, ensuring a supportive student-to-educator ratio across all grade levels. Complemented by 480 support staff personnel overseeing district-wide administration, transportation, facilities, and student services, the division provides a well-rounded and heavily supported learning environment for families throughout the region.
7
Total Schools
2,804
Total Students
436.0
Full-Time Teachers
6.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Alleghany Highlands Public Schools
Demographic Student Count
White2,266
Hispanic130
Black209
Asian13
Two or More183
American Indian1
Pacific Islander2
  • White
    2,266 (80.8%)
  • Black
    209 (7.5%)
  • Two or More
    183 (6.5%)
  • Hispanic
    130 (4.6%)
  • Asian
    13 (0.5%)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.1%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.0%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Alleghany Highlands Public Schools
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary4
Middle1
High2
Other1
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District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:7
Students:2,804*
Teachers (FTE):436.0*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:6.4