Serving 727 students in grades 6-8, C. Alton Lindsay 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 52% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% 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: 727 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
C. Alton Lindsay Middle School's student population of 727 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
727 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
C. Alton Lindsay 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 C. Alton Lindsay Middle School is 0.41, 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
#1139 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
7%
18%
Black
76%
22%
White
9%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is C. Alton Lindsay Middle School's ranking?
C. Alton Lindsay Middle School is ranked #1139 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend C. Alton Lindsay Middle School?
727 students attend C. Alton Lindsay Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of C. Alton Lindsay Middle School students are Black, 9% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of C. Alton Lindsay Middle School?
C. Alton Lindsay Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does C. Alton Lindsay Middle School offer ?
C. Alton Lindsay Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is C. Alton Lindsay Middle School part of?
C. Alton Lindsay Middle School is part of Hampton City PBLC Schs School District.
In what neighborhood is C. Alton Lindsay Middle School located?
C. Alton Lindsay Middle School is located in the Briarfield neighborhood of Hampton, VA. There are 3 other public schools located in Briarfield.
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