Serving 851 students in grades 9-12, Rustburg High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 851 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rustburg High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rustburg High School's student population of 851 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
851 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rustburg High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rustburg High School is 0.39, 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
#572 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
6%
19%
Black
10%
22%
White
77%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rustburg High School's ranking?
Rustburg High School is ranked #572 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Rustburg High School often compared to?
Rustburg High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Altavista High School, Brookville High School, William Campbell High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rustburg High School?
The graduation rate of Rustburg High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Rustburg High School?
851 students attend Rustburg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Rustburg High School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rustburg High School?
Rustburg High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rustburg High School offer ?
Rustburg High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Rustburg High School part of?
Rustburg High School is part of Campbell County School District.
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