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Fluvanna County Schools & Education

School 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.

Parent decision brief

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

Elementary 2Middle 1High 1Other 0

4 listed schools in this county slice.

Blue Ridge Governor's School

Other grade structure

0 students

Elementary 0Middle 0High 0Other 1

1 listed school in this county slice.

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Other grade structure

0 students

Elementary 0Middle 0High 0Other 1

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

Elementary2
Middle1
High1
Other2

3 School Districts in Fluvanna County

Fluvanna County Public Schools

Guide
4 schools
3,438 students
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Blue Ridge Governor's School

1 school
0 students

PROJECT RETURN/FLUVANNA CO

1 school
0 students

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 data

Level

Showing 6 of 6 matching schools

FLUVANNA COUNTY HIGH

Fluvanna County Public Schools

Palmyra, 22963 / Rural: Fringe

Profile8–12High1,488 students

FLUVANNA MIDDLE

Fluvanna County Public Schools

Palmyra, 22963 / Rural: Distant

Record5–7Middle763 students

Central Elementary

Fluvanna County Public Schools

Palmyra, 22963 / Rural: Distant

RecordPK–2Primary715 students

Carysbrook Elementary

Fluvanna County Public Schools

Fork Union, 23055 / Rural: Distant

Record3–4Primary472 students

Blue Ridge Governor's School

Blue Ridge Governor's School

Palmyra, 22963 / Rural: Distant

RecordOtherEnrollment not available

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PROJECT RETURN/FLUVANNA CO

Palmyra, 22963 / Rural: Distant

RecordAlternativeEnrollment not available

Education Funding Detail

Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure

$7,268

State avg $7,941

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which Virginia counties have the highest graduation rates?
Alleghany County (97.0%), Clarke County (97.0%), and Falls Church city (97.0%) currently lead Virginia among counties with available NCES four-year adjusted cohort graduation-rate data. This answer is generated from the same dataset used in the county table and can change when federal data refreshes.
What is per-pupil spending like in Virginia?
Across Virginia counties with available NCES district-finance data, average per-pupil spending is $7,941. The highest current county values are Surry County ($12,490), Highland County ($12,429), and Arlington County ($11,425). Compare counties in the table before treating the statewide average as representative of a local district.
How should I read the school score in Fluvanna County?
Fluvanna County has a school score of 52/100, which is a midrange measured signal in this county-level index. This score is calculated from available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance data, with school-level records shown separately below.
What is the graduation rate in Fluvanna County?
The high school graduation rate in Fluvanna County is 91.0%, which is above the national average of 87.5%. This figure is based on NCES district-level data for public high schools in the county.
How much does Fluvanna County spend per student?
Fluvanna County spends $7,268 per pupil annually on public education, based on NCES district finance data. Current operating spending per fall enrollment, including instruction, support services, administration, transportation, and operations. It excludes capital outlays and debt service in the SchoolsByCounty methodology.

Frequently Asked Questions

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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By Evan Brooks, Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor

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.