White students comprised the largest ethnic group in Northumberland County districts during the 2023-24 school year, according to reports from the Virginia Department of Education.
Of the 1,163 students attending Northumberland County district schools, 47.2% were white. Black made up the second largest ethnic group, comprising 37.4% of the student population.
In the previous school year, white students were also the most common group in Northumberland County districts, representing 47.3% of the student body.
In the 2023-24 school year, the total number of students enrolled in the county dropped 3.1% compared to the previous year.
The main offices of all districts mentioned in the story are located in cities associated with Northumberland County.
As of November 2023, according to Public School Review, in the 2023-24 school year, Virginia public schools saw an average student-to-teacher ratio of approximately 1:14, which is better than the national average of 1:15 in public schools.
| District | Most Prevalent Ethnicity | % of Total Student Body | Total Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northumberland County Public Schools | White | 47.2% | 1,163 |
