There were only four American Indian or Alaskan Native students enrolled in Nelson County schools in the 2025-26 school year, 100% more than the previous year, according to the Virginia Department of Education.
Data showed that 1,441 students were enrolled in Nelson County schools in the 2025-26 school year. Of those, American Indian or Alaskan Native students comprised 0.3% of the student body, making them the least represented ethnicity in the county.
Among the four schools in the county, Nelson County High School had the highest number of American Indian or Alaskan Native students enrolled in the 2025-26 school year, with three students.
Virginia public schools have an average student-to-teacher ratio of 14:1, compared with the national average of 15:1, according to Public School Review. Minority students, primarily Hispanic and Black, make up 56% of the enrollment, while white students account for 44%.
| School Name | American Indian or Alaskan Native Students Enrollment | Total Enrollment | % of Total Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nelson County High School | 3 | 478 | 0.6% |
| Nelson Middle School | — | 322 | — |
| Rockfish River Elementary School | 1 | 305 | 0.3% |
| Tye River Elementary School | — | 336 | — |
