Serving 839 students in grades 6-8, Joseph T Henley Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher 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 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 839 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joseph T Henley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Joseph T Henley Middle School's student population of 839 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
839 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Joseph T Henley Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joseph T Henley Middle School is 0.31, 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
#87 out of 1792 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
6%
18%
Black
2%
22%
White
83%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joseph T Henley Middle School's ranking?
Joseph T Henley Middle School is ranked #87 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Joseph T Henley Middle School often compared to?
Joseph T Henley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeside Middle School, Jack Jouett Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Joseph T Henley Middle School?
839 students attend Joseph T Henley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Joseph T Henley Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joseph T Henley Middle School?
Joseph T Henley Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Joseph T Henley Middle School offer ?
Joseph T Henley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Joseph T Henley Middle School part of?
Joseph T Henley Middle School is part of Albemarle Co PBLC Schs School District.
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