Sussex County Schools & Education
Sussex County, Virginia
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
46/100
Higher = better
Rating
Average
Graduation Rate
82.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
82.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 89.0%
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,032
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,941
School Score
46/100
Higher = better
State avg 54/100
Student-Teacher Ratio
N/A
National avg 15.8 : 1
Free Lunch (Median)
N/A
National median 48.2%
State School Rank
#84
of 127 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Sussex County
School Verdict
Sussex County has average school quality (score: 46/100) with a graduation rate of 82.0%, indicating room for improvement in student outcomes.
Funding Context
Sussex County spends $9,032 per student, which is on the lower end of adequate and may require careful resource allocation to maintain quality.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Sussex County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 14% below the Virginia average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 7.0 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 14% higher than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Sussex County, Virginia
Centralized Rural Schooling in Sussex
Sussex County provides a centralized educational campus featuring one elementary, one middle, and one high school. The district serves a total of 998 students across its three rural facilities.
Investment Exceeds State Average
The county spends $9,032 per pupil, which is over $1,000 more than the Virginia average. However, the graduation rate currently sits at 82.0%, trailing the state average of 89.0%.
Sussex County Public Schools Unified
The single school district of Sussex County Public Schools manages all 998 students without any charter schools. Sussex Central Elementary is the most populated building, hosting 443 students.
A Purely Rural Learning Experience
Every school in the county is classified as rural, offering a consistent environment for the average student body of 333. Sussex Central Middle is the smallest campus, serving 236 students.
Find Space and Schools in Sussex
Sussex County offers a quiet rural lifestyle where students attend a single, centralized campus from kindergarten through graduation. Consider the local education investment when touring homes in the area.
School Overview
Total Schools
3
in Sussex County
Total Enrollment
998
students
School Districts
1
district
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
1 School District in Sussex County
Sussex County Public Schools
3 Public Schools in Sussex County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sussex Central Elementary | Sussex County Public Schools | PK–5 | Primary | 443 |
| SUSSEX CENTRAL HIGH | Sussex County Public Schools | 9–12 | High | 319 |
| SUSSEX CENTRAL MIDDLE | Sussex County Public Schools | 6–8 | Middle | 236 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$9,032
State avg $7,941
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Sussex County, Virginia — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Sussex County, Virginia?
Sussex County provides a centralized educational campus featuring one elementary, one middle, and one high school. The district serves a total of 998 students across its three rural facilities.
How do schools in Sussex County perform academically?
The county spends $9,032 per pupil, which is over $1,000 more than the Virginia average. However, the graduation rate currently sits at 82.0%, trailing the state average of 89.0%.
What are the major school districts in Sussex County, Virginia?
The single school district of Sussex County Public Schools manages all 998 students without any charter schools. Sussex Central Elementary is the most populated building, hosting 443 students.
What is the school experience like in Sussex County?
Every school in the county is classified as rural, offering a consistent environment for the average student body of 333. Sussex Central Middle is the smallest campus, serving 236 students.
How can I find homes near good schools in Sussex County, Virginia?
Sussex County offers a quiet rural lifestyle where students attend a single, centralized campus from kindergarten through graduation. Consider the local education investment when touring homes in the area.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.