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.
486
Total Students
46.4
Full-Time Teachers
10.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
83.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Nelson County High
Demographic Student Count
White338
Hispanic55
Black68
Asian1
Two or More22
American Indian2
  • White
    338 (69.5%)
  • Black
    68 (14.0%)
  • Hispanic
    55 (11.3%)
  • Two or More
    22 (4.5%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.4%)
  • Asian
    1 (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: 486
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 46.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 10.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 405
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 126
Grade 10 132
Grade 11 109
Grade 12 119

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Nelson County High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9126
Grade 10132
Grade 11109
Grade 12119
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Nelson County High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female21744.7%
Male26955.3%