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Of the 1,163 students attending Essex County district schools, 54.8% were Black. White made up the second largest ethnic group, comprising 26.8% of the student population.
In the previous school year, Black students were also the most common group in Essex County districts, representing 52.4% of the student body.
In the 2023-24 school year, the total number of students enrolled in the county increased by 0.6% compared to the previous year.
The main offices of all districts mentioned in the story are located in cities associated with Essex 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essex County Public Schools | Black | 54.8% | 1,163 |
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