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Amelia County

Virginia · Public K-12

Public education in Amelia County reaches 1,600 students across 3 schools. Amelia County Public Schools is the largest district at 1,600 students. By grade band, the county runs 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools.

7-year change in Amelia County

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
1,600
-192 (-11%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
3
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
65%
was 68%
% Hispanic
11%
was 5%
% Black
15%
was 21%
% Asian
0%
was 1%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
Schools
3
1 districts
Enrollment
1,600
NCES CCD
Median income
$76,717
Above Virginia avg
Free/reduced lunch
83.8%
Above Virginia avg
Elementary
1
778 students
Middle
1
306 students
High
1
516 students
Combined / other
0
schools
LARGEST DISTRICT
Amelia County Public Schools
1,600 students · 1 district in Amelia County

County vs. school enrollment demographics

Left bar is the racial makeup of Amelia County residents (Census ACS 5-year). Right bar is the enrollment-weighted makeup of public schools in the county (NCES CCD). NCES systematically under-reports Hispanic, Pacific Islander, and Native American enrollment for many schools; where the resident share is meaningful but the reported school share is zero, we mark the school bar "not reported".

County residents
White
72%
Hispanic
4%
Black
20%
Asian
0%
Two or more
7%
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
0%
School enrollment
White
65%
Hispanic
11%
Black
15%
Asian
0%
Two or more
8%
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
0%
Bachelor's+
18.6%
adults 25+
Poverty rate
4.5%
ACS 5-year
Unemployment
3.8%
civilian labor
Median age
45
20.2% under 18

Test scores in Amelia County

Latest 2024-25 ELA proficiency, 3 schools ranked. Virginia state average: 74.2%.

Top 3 schools (ELA)
  1. Amelia County High· 85.0%
  2. Amelia County Middle· 72.0%
  3. Amelia County Elementary· 55.0%

See all 3 schools in Amelia County ranked by score →

All schools (3)

LargestA-ZTop rated
NameCityLevelGradesEnrollmentRating
Amelia County ElementaryAmelia Court HouseElementaryPK-05778·
Amelia County HighAmelia Court HouseHigh09-12516·
Amelia County MiddleAmeliaMiddle06-08306·

Cities in Amelia County

Amelia Court House2 schoolsAmelia1 school

About Amelia County

Amelia County is a low-population Virginia county of about 13,462 residents, home to 3 public schools and roughly 1,600 students.

For perspective, census numbers show typical household earnings sit around $76,717, about 19% of adults have a bachelor's degree or above, and the federal-poverty share is near 5%.

Looking at the level breakdown, Amelia County is built around 1 elementary school (778 students), 1 middle school (306), and 1 high school (516).

The largest single district in Amelia County is Amelia County Public Schools, which alone enrolls about 1,600 students.

Looking at the last 7 years. Across the same 7-year window, public-school enrollment fell 11%: 1,792 students in SY 2017-18 versus 1,600 in SY 2024-25. The Hispanic share of public-school enrollment grew from 5% to 11%.

In the discussion threads here, the community for Amelia County discusses sports rivalries, cross-district programs, and shared facilities. Members of the local community share what they see day-to-day.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools serve Amelia County?
There are 3 public K-12 schools in Amelia County, Virginia, with a combined enrollment of about 1,600.
How many high schools are in Amelia County?
Amelia County, Virginia has 1 public high school, serving approximately 516 students.
How many middle schools are in Amelia County?
Amelia County, Virginia has 1 public middle school, serving approximately 306 students.
How many elementary schools are in Amelia County?
Amelia County, Virginia has 1 public elementary school, serving approximately 778 students.
What is the largest school district in Amelia County?
Amelia County Public Schools is the largest school district in Amelia County, serving approximately 1,600 students. The county contains 1 school district overall.
What is the population of Amelia County?
Amelia County, Virginia has a population of approximately 13,462, with a median age of 45. About 20.2% of residents are under 18.
What is the median household income in Amelia County?
Median household income in Amelia County is $76,717, above the Virginia average of $76,527. About 4.5% of residents live below the federal poverty line.
How educated are residents of Amelia County?
Approximately 18.6% of adults 25 and older in Amelia County hold a bachelor's degree or higher, according to the Census ACS 5-year estimate.
What share of students in Amelia County qualify for free or reduced lunch?
Roughly 83.8% of students in Amelia County public schools qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, a common proxy for low-income enrollment. This is higher than the Virginia county average of 75.7%.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Amelia County schools?
Across Amelia County public schools, the enrollment-weighted student-teacher ratio is approximately 13.7 to 1.
DATA · Census ACS 5-year · NCES Common Core of Data