Brunswick High School is a public high school located in Lawrenceville, Virginia community in Brunswick County, Virginia. It is part of the Brunswick County Public Schools and opened in 1976. Athletic teams compete in the Virginia High School League's AA Southside District in Region I.
Serving 404 students in grades 9-12, Brunswick High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 404 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brunswick High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Brunswick High School's student population of 404 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
404 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1976
Colors
Royal blue, Silver
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brunswick High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brunswick High School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#948 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
4%
20%
Black
79%
21%
White
14%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Brunswick County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldog
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brunswick High School's ranking?
Brunswick High School is ranked #948 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Brunswick High School often compared to?
Brunswick High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southampton High School, Greensville County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brunswick High School?
The graduation rate of Brunswick High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Brunswick High School?
404 students attend Brunswick High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Brunswick High School students are Black, 14% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brunswick High School?
Brunswick High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Brunswick High School offer ?
Brunswick High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brunswick High School part of?
Brunswick High School is part of Brunswick County School District.
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