Fluvanna County Schools & Education
Fluvanna County, Virginia
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
52/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Midrange Signal
Graduation Rate
91.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
91.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 89.0%
Per-Pupil Spending
$7,268
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,941
School Score
52/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 54/100
State Score Position
#68
of 127 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Fluvanna County
Measured School Summary
Fluvanna County performs at an average level with a school score of 52/100 and a solid graduation rate of 91.0%.
Funding Context
At $7,268 per pupil, Fluvanna County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 4% below the Virginia average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 2.0 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 8% lower than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Fluvanna 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
6 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
52/100
Mixed county signal. Ranks #68 of 127 Virginia counties with school score data.
Completion
91.0%
2.0 pts above the state average
Funding context
$7,268
$673 below the state average
School coverage
6
3 districts represented in the county school list.
Start with measured county context
This county needs a closer look at district mix, school level, and local context. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.
Check the local school mix
Fluvanna County has 6 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 Fluvanna 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
Fluvanna County Public Schools carries most of the listed public-school system, with 4 of 6 schools. Start there, then verify whether your target address sits inside that district slice.
State position
#68
of 127 Virginia counties with school score data. The county score is 2 points below the state average.
Data confidence
Usable
3 of 5 county signals are present, and 67% 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.
Fluvanna County Public Schools
Elementary to high school visible
3,438 students
4 listed schools in this county slice.
Blue Ridge Governor's School
Other grade structure
0 students
1 listed school in this county slice.
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Other grade structure
0 students
1 listed school in this county slice.
District reality check
Fluvanna County Public Schools is the largest listed district slice, with 4 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 Fluvanna County?
Do the neighborhoods we like fall inside the same district, or are we comparing different Fluvanna 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 Fluvanna 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.
A Rural Infrastructure Supporting Over 3,000 Students
Fluvanna County maintains six public schools serving a total of 3,438 students across three distinct districts. The infrastructure includes two elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school to support the local student body.
High Graduation Rates Outpace State Averages
The county achieves a strong 91.0% graduation rate, significantly outpacing both the Virginia average of 89.0% and the national benchmark of 87.0%. Despite this success, per-pupil spending sits at $7,268, which is lower than the state's $7,941 average.
One District Leads the County’s Public Education
Fluvanna County Public Schools is the dominant district, managing four schools and the entire enrollment of 3,438 students. There are currently no charter schools operating within the county's public system.
Quiet Rural Schools With Moderate Campus Sizes
Every school in the county is situated in a rural locale, offering a consistent environment with an average enrollment of 860 students. Fluvanna County High is the largest facility with 1,488 students, while Carysbrook Elementary serves a smaller group of 472.
School Overview
Total Schools
6
in Fluvanna County
Reported Enrollment
3,438
4 schools reporting
School Districts
3
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
School Level Breakdown
3 School Districts in Fluvanna County
Fluvanna County Public Schools
GuideBlue Ridge Governor's School
PROJECT RETURN/FLUVANNA CO
6 Public Schools in Fluvanna County
Sorted by reported enrollment. Dedicated profile pages are available for 1 high-enrollment school; every NCES public school remains listed here.
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataLevel
Showing 6 of 6 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FLUVANNA COUNTY HIGH | Profile | Fluvanna County Public Schools | Palmyra, 22963Rural: Fringe | 8–12 | High | 1,488 |
| FLUVANNA MIDDLE | Record | Fluvanna County Public Schools | Palmyra, 22963Rural: Distant | 5–7 | Middle | 763 |
| Central Elementary | Record | Fluvanna County Public Schools | Palmyra, 22963Rural: Distant | PK–2 | Primary | 715 |
| Carysbrook Elementary | Record | Fluvanna County Public Schools | Fork Union, 23055Rural: Distant | 3–4 | Primary | 472 |
| Blue Ridge Governor's School | Record | Blue Ridge Governor's School | Palmyra, 22963Rural: Distant | — | Other | — |
| PROJECT RETURN/FLUVANNA CO | Record | PROJECT RETURN/FLUVANNA CO | Palmyra, 22963Rural: Distant | — | Alternative | — |
FLUVANNA COUNTY HIGH
Fluvanna County Public Schools
Palmyra, 22963 / Rural: Fringe
FLUVANNA MIDDLE
Fluvanna County Public Schools
Palmyra, 22963 / Rural: Distant
Central Elementary
Fluvanna County Public Schools
Palmyra, 22963 / Rural: Distant
Carysbrook Elementary
Fluvanna County Public Schools
Fork Union, 23055 / Rural: Distant
Blue Ridge Governor's School
Blue Ridge Governor's School
Palmyra, 22963 / Rural: Distant
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PROJECT RETURN/FLUVANNA CO
Palmyra, 22963 / Rural: Distant
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$7,268
State avg $7,941
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Schools in Fluvanna County, Virginia — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Fluvanna County, Virginia?
Fluvanna County maintains six public schools serving a total of 3,438 students across three distinct districts. The infrastructure includes two elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school to support the local student body.
How do schools in Fluvanna County perform academically?
The county achieves a strong 91.0% graduation rate, significantly outpacing both the Virginia average of 89.0% and the national benchmark of 87.0%. Despite this success, per-pupil spending sits at $7,268, which is lower than the state's $7,941 average.
What are the major school districts in Fluvanna County, Virginia?
Fluvanna County Public Schools is the dominant district, managing four schools and the entire enrollment of 3,438 students. There are currently no charter schools operating within the county's public system.
What is the school experience like in Fluvanna County?
Every school in the county is situated in a rural locale, offering a consistent environment with an average enrollment of 860 students. Fluvanna County High is the largest facility with 1,488 students, while Carysbrook Elementary serves a smaller group of 472.
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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.