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.
502
Total Students
28.0
Full-Time Teachers
17.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
100.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Prince Edward County High
Demographic Student Count
White181
Hispanic25
Black261
Asian6
Two or More26
American Indian3
  • Black
    261 (52.0%)
  • White
    181 (36.1%)
  • Two or More
    26 (5.2%)
  • Hispanic
    25 (5.0%)
  • Asian
    6 (1.2%)
  • American Indian
    3 (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: 502
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 28.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 504
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 141
Grade 10 131
Grade 11 126
Grade 12 104

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Prince Edward County High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9141
Grade 10131
Grade 11126
Grade 12104
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Prince Edward County High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female24047.8%
Male26252.2%