Gunston Middle School

2700 S Lang St
Arlington, VA 22206
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 1,183 students in grades 6-8, Gunston Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,183 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 70%
  • : Top 50% in VA
  • : 59% (Top 50%)
  • : 76% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Gunston Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

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School Overview

Gunston Middle School's student population of 1,183 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,183 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
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School Rankings

Gunston Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gunston Middle School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (VA)
#690 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
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59%
54%
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76%
69%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Gunston Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Virginia by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
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American Indian
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Asian
8%
7%
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Hispanic
36%
18%
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Black
20%
22%
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White
30%
46%
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Hawaiian
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Two or more races
6%
7%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.74
This chart display the diversity score of Gunston Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Virginia by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
41%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Gunston Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Virginia by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Gunston Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Virginia by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gunston Middle School's ranking?
Gunston Middle School is ranked #690 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Gunston Middle School often compared to?
Gunston Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Gunston Middle School?
1,183 students attend Gunston Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Gunston Middle School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 20% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gunston Middle School?
Gunston Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gunston Middle School offer ?
Gunston Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Gunston Middle School part of?
Gunston Middle School is part of Arlington Co PBLC Schs School District.
In what neighborhood is Gunston Middle School located?
Gunston Middle School is located in the Long Branch Creek neighborhood of Arlington, VA.

School Reviews

5   9/8/2020
Gunston Middle School is an amazing school: supportive, inclusive, and the perfect size.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Apeops
2   8/17/2016
This school suffered from overcrowding last year. This meant that teachers were overwhelmed and did not have time to actually answer questions or explain material except afterschool. Also there was the transition to iPad. Most work was assigned and collected exclusively by electronic means which was impeded by software problems. It was very difficult to reach guidance counselors and IT contact because of huge number of students.
- Posted by Parent - bhron

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,183 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 70%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 59% (Top 50%)
  • : 76% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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