Rustburg High School is a public school for grades nine through twelve, in Rustburg, Virginia. It is one of four high schools that are part of the Campbell County Public Schools, along with Altavista High School, Brookville High School, and William Campbell High School.
Serving 836 students in grades 9-12, Rustburg High School ranks in the top 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 70-79% (which is higher than 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 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 836 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rustburg High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Rustburg High School's student population of 836 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
836 students
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Colors
Red, Black
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rustburg High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rustburg High School is 0.41, 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
#818 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
6%
20%
Black
12%
21%
White
76%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Campbell County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Red Devil
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rustburg High School's ranking?
Rustburg High School is ranked #818 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Rustburg High School often compared to?
Rustburg High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Altavista High School, Brookville High School, William Campbell High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% 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 Rustburg High School?
The graduation rate of Rustburg High School is 95%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Rustburg High School?
836 students attend Rustburg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Rustburg High School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rustburg High School?
Rustburg High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rustburg High School offer ?
Rustburg High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Rustburg High School part of?
Rustburg High School is part of Campbell County School District.
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