Powhatan County Public Schools

The Powhatan County Public Schools district in Virginia consists of 5 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school, serving a predominantly white student population. The district is ranked 28 out of 130 school districts in Virginia and is rated 4 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger.

Among the standout schools in the district, Powhatan Elementary and Flat Rock Elementary consistently perform well, ranking in the top 25% and 35% of Virginia elementary schools, respectively, and earning 4-star ratings from SchoolDigger. These schools have high proficiency rates in subjects like mathematics, science, and reading, with Powhatan Elementary boasting a low student-teacher ratio of 8.4. In contrast, Pocahontas Elementary lags behind, ranking in the bottom half of Virginia elementary schools.

At the secondary level, Powhatan High performs well above the state average in subjects like Algebra I, Geometry, Biology, and English Reading, earning a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger. Powhatan Middle also maintains a consistent 3-star rating. The district's schools vary in their socioeconomic diversity, with free/reduced lunch rates ranging from 25.43% at Powhatan High to 33.29% at Pocahontas Elementary, indicating potential areas for improvement in ensuring equity across the district.