Central State Hospital, originally known as the Central Lunatic Asylum, is a psychiatric hospital in Petersburg, Virginia, United States. It was the first institution in the country for "colored persons of unsound mind".
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Year Founded
2022
School Rankings
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Central St. Hosp. Ed. Pr. often compared to?
Central St. Hosp. Ed. Pr.is often viewed alongside schools like Amelia Street Special Education, Richmond Hospital Ep. by visitors of our site.
What grades does Central St. Hosp. Ed. Pr. offer ?
Central St. Hosp. Ed. Pr. offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Central St. Hosp. Ed. Pr. part of?
Central St. Hosp. Ed. Pr. is part of Central State Hospital School District.
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