Serving 412 students in grades 6-8, Binford Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Binford Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Binford Middle School's student population of 412 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
412 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Binford Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Binford Middle School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1495 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
4%
18%
Black
60%
22%
White
29%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Binford Middle School's ranking?
Binford Middle School is ranked #1495 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Binford Middle School often compared to?
Binford Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Albert Hill Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Binford Middle School?
412 students attend Binford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Binford Middle School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Binford Middle School?
Binford Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Binford Middle School offer ?
Binford Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Binford Middle School part of?
Binford Middle School is part of Richmond City PBLC Schs School District.
In what neighborhood is Binford Middle School located?
Binford Middle School is located in the The Fan District neighborhood of Richmond, VA. There are 1 other public schools located in The Fan District.
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