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.
393
Total Students
28.8
Full-Time Teachers
13.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
100.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Essex High
Demographic Student Count
White102
Hispanic27
Black222
Asian5
Two or More34
American Indian2
Pacific Islander1
  • Black
    222 (56.5%)
  • White
    102 (26.0%)
  • Two or More
    34 (8.7%)
  • Hispanic
    27 (6.9%)
  • Asian
    5 (1.3%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.5%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.3%)
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
Website: http://ehs.essex.k12.va.us/
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 393
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 28.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 395
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 96
Grade 10 99
Grade 11 100
Grade 12 98

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Essex High
Grade Student Count
Grade 996
Grade 1099
Grade 11100
Grade 1298
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Essex High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female17544.5%
Male21855.5%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)