At a glance
Reported students
380
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
31.55
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
12:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Virginia high enrollment
14th percentile
Compared with 325 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
380
Northumberland High: 380 reported students.
State peer staffing position
22nd percentile
12:1 reported; state peer median 13.8:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 361
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36.38
- Student–teacher ratio
- 9.9:1
What the reported data says about Northumberland High
Northumberland High is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Heathsville. It is one of 3 current school records connected to Northumberland County Public Schools. NCES reports 380 students for 2024–25.
Among 325 high schools in Virginia with comparable records, this school is smaller than the reported median of 1,140 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 14th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 12:1, below the Virginia median of 13.8:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (45.3%) and Black (39.5%). English learners represent 0.3% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 16.1%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming. The school reported 2 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Northumberland High
- 1How do the reported 12:1 student–teacher ratio and 31.55 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 2 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 0.3%
- Students with disabilities
- 16.1%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 95.8%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 2
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0.5
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.33
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White45.3%
- Hispanic9.5%
- Black39.5%
- Asian0.3%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.3%
- Multiracial5.3%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
2 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Northumberland County Public Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Northumberland Middle
Middle · Grades 06–08
279 reported students
Northumberland Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
503 reported students
Public schools near Northumberland High
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northumberland Middle Middle · Northumberland County Public Schools | 06–08 | 279 | under 0.1 mi |
| Northumberland Elementary Elementary · Northumberland County Public Schools | PK–05 | 503 | 0.4 mi |
| Lancaster High High · Lancaster County Public Schools | 08–12 | 402 | 10 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Northumberland High
What grades does Northumberland High serve?
Northumberland High reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Northumberland County Public Schools.
How many students attend Northumberland High?
Northumberland High reported 380 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 14th percentile among 325 Virginia high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 361 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Northumberland High?
The calculated ratio is 12:1, based on 380 students and 31.55 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Virginia median for the same school level is 13.8:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Northumberland High a public, charter, or magnet school?
Northumberland High is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Northumberland County Public Schools attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Northumberland High students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
95.8% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Northumberland High in?
Northumberland High is part of Northumberland County Public Schools, based in Heathsville, VA, which operates 3 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Northumberland High?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Northumberland Middle (under 0.1 mi), Northumberland Elementary (0.4 mi), Lancaster High (10 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.