Dinwiddie County Schools & Education
Dinwiddie County, Virginia
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
36/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Lower Signal
Graduation Rate
87.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
87.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 89.0%
Per-Pupil Spending
$6,997
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,941
School Score
36/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 54/100
State Score Position
#118
of 127 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Dinwiddie County
Measured School Summary
Dinwiddie County faces educational challenges with a school score of 36/100 and a graduation rate of 87.0%, falling below typical benchmarks.
Funding Context
At $6,997 per pupil, Dinwiddie County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 33% below the Virginia average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 2.0 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 12% lower than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Dinwiddie County before comparing districts
County-level education data is best used as a screening layer. It summarizes the local school environment, then points you toward the district and school records that matter for local review.
Local context that changes the interpretation
9 public schools and 3 districts are represented below. Use those school and district records to confirm whether the county-level context fits the neighborhoods you are actually considering.
Overall screen
36/100
Lower measured signal. Ranks #118 of 127 Virginia counties with school score data.
Completion
87.0%
2.0 pts below the state average
Funding context
$6,997
$944 below the state average
School coverage
9
3 districts represented in the county school list.
Start with measured county context
The county-level signal is lower, so review individual schools and local records before interpreting the score. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.
Check the local school mix
Dinwiddie County has 9 public schools across 3 districts, so school-level fit can vary inside the county.
Verify local rules
Use this page as county-level context, then confirm attendance zones, transportation, special programs, and current school boundaries with local districts.
What Dinwiddie County school data means before you move
County averages are useful for screening, but parents choose addresses, grade pathways, and district rules. This brief turns the public data into the checks that matter before you sign a lease or mortgage.
Dominant-district county
Dinwiddie County Public Schools carries most of the listed public-school system, with 7 of 9 schools. Start there, then verify whether your target address sits inside that district slice.
State position
#118
of 127 Virginia counties with school score data. The county score is 18 points below the state average.
Data confidence
Usable
3 of 5 county signals are present, and 78% of listed schools report enrollment. Compare schools, then verify missing fields locally.
K-12 continuity check
These are the largest visible district slices in the county data. They show whether elementary, middle, and high school records appear together or whether a family needs to investigate transition points.
Dinwiddie County Public Schools
Elementary to high school visible
4,256 students
7 listed schools in this county slice.
Central State Hospital
Other grade structure
0 students
1 listed school in this county slice.
Southside Virginia Training Center
Other grade structure
0 students
1 listed school in this county slice.
District reality check
Dinwiddie County Public Schools is the largest listed district slice, with 7 schools. County pages do not prove address assignment, so verify boundaries with local district tools.
What the data cannot tell you
NCES records do not confirm current attendance zones, private-school options, transfer approvals, program capacity, transportation, or whether a listed school is available to a specific address.
Questions to ask before choosing an address
Which district actually serves the addresses we are considering in Dinwiddie County?
Do the neighborhoods we like fall inside the same district, or are we comparing different Dinwiddie County district systems?
What changes at the elementary-to-middle and middle-to-high transitions in the district pathway we would likely use?
If we need a program not visible in the NCES flags, which district office can confirm current offerings?
Which schools are missing enrollment or ratio fields, and does the district publish a newer local profile than the NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance data?
Education Overview
About Schools in Dinwiddie County, Virginia
This context is screened for neutral school-data wording and should be read alongside the current metrics on this page. It is not school advice.
Broad School Options for a Growing County
Dinwiddie County operates nine public schools, supported by a mix of three different districts. The infrastructure includes five elementary schools, a middle school, and a large high school serving 4,256 total students. Two specialized facilities provide additional support for unique student needs across the county.
Dinwiddie County Public Schools at the Center
The primary district, Dinwiddie County Public Schools, oversees seven schools and the entire 4,256-student body. Other districts like Central State Hospital and Southside Virginia Training Center exist as specialized entities with zero traditional enrollment. No charter schools currently operate within these districts, maintaining a focus on traditional public education.
A Rural-Suburban Educational Mix
Seven schools are located in rural areas, while two serve suburban neighborhoods, offering a diverse feel for local families. Dinwiddie County High is the largest hub with 1,290 students, creating a bustling campus atmosphere. In contrast, smaller elementary schools like Midway provide more intimate primary education for 346 students.
School Overview
Total Schools
9
in Dinwiddie County
Reported Enrollment
4,256
7 schools reporting
School Districts
3
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
School Level Breakdown
3 School Districts in Dinwiddie County
Dinwiddie County Public Schools
GuideCentral State Hospital
Southside Virginia Training Center
9 Public Schools in Dinwiddie County
Sorted by reported enrollment. Dedicated profile pages are available for 2 high-enrollment schools; every NCES public school remains listed here.
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataLevel
Showing 9 of 9 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dinwiddie County High | Profile | Dinwiddie County Public Schools | Dinwiddie, 23841Rural: Fringe | 9–12 | High | 1,290 |
| Dinwiddie County Middle | Profile | Dinwiddie County Public Schools | Dinwiddie, 23841Rural: Distant | 6–8 | Middle | 958 |
| Sutherland Elementary | Record | Dinwiddie County Public Schools | Sutherland, 23885Rural: Fringe | PK–5 | Primary | 554 |
| Southside Elementary | Record | Dinwiddie County Public Schools | Dinwiddie, 23841Rural: Fringe | PK–5 | Primary | 523 |
| Midway Elementary | Record | Dinwiddie County Public Schools | Church Road, 23833Rural: Fringe | PK–5 | Primary | 346 |
| Dinwiddie Elementary | Record | Dinwiddie County Public Schools | Dinwiddie, 23841Rural: Distant | KG–5 | Primary | 338 |
| Sunnyside Elementary | Record | Dinwiddie County Public Schools | Mckenney, 23872Rural: Distant | PK–5 | Primary | 247 |
| CENTRAL ST. HOSP. ED. PR. | Record | Central State Hospital | Petersburg, 23803Suburb: Large | PK–12 | Special Education | — |
| SOUTHSIDE VA TRAINING CTR | Record | Southside Virginia Training Center | Petersburg, 23803Suburb: Large | PK–12 | Special Education | — |
Dinwiddie County High
Dinwiddie County Public Schools
Dinwiddie, 23841 / Rural: Fringe
Dinwiddie County Middle
Dinwiddie County Public Schools
Dinwiddie, 23841 / Rural: Distant
Sutherland Elementary
Dinwiddie County Public Schools
Sutherland, 23885 / Rural: Fringe
Southside Elementary
Dinwiddie County Public Schools
Dinwiddie, 23841 / Rural: Fringe
Midway Elementary
Dinwiddie County Public Schools
Church Road, 23833 / Rural: Fringe
Dinwiddie Elementary
Dinwiddie County Public Schools
Dinwiddie, 23841 / Rural: Distant
Sunnyside Elementary
Dinwiddie County Public Schools
Mckenney, 23872 / Rural: Distant
CENTRAL ST. HOSP. ED. PR.
Central State Hospital
Petersburg, 23803 / Suburb: Large
SOUTHSIDE VA TRAINING CTR
Southside Virginia Training Center
Petersburg, 23803 / Suburb: Large
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$6,997
State avg $7,941
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Schools in Dinwiddie County, Virginia — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Dinwiddie County, Virginia?
Dinwiddie County operates nine public schools, supported by a mix of three different districts. The infrastructure includes five elementary schools, a middle school, and a large high school serving 4,256 total students. Two specialized facilities provide additional support for unique student needs across the county.
What are the major school districts in Dinwiddie County, Virginia?
The primary district, Dinwiddie County Public Schools, oversees seven schools and the entire 4,256-student body. Other districts like Central State Hospital and Southside Virginia Training Center exist as specialized entities with zero traditional enrollment. No charter schools currently operate within these districts, maintaining a focus on traditional public education.
What is the school experience like in Dinwiddie County?
Seven schools are located in rural areas, while two serve suburban neighborhoods, offering a diverse feel for local families. Dinwiddie County High is the largest hub with 1,290 students, creating a bustling campus atmosphere. In contrast, smaller elementary schools like Midway provide more intimate primary education for 346 students.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Common Core of Data and School District Finance Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance signals.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.