Serving 543 students in grades 6-8, Appomattox 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 49% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 543 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Appomattox Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Appomattox Middle School's student population of 543 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
543 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Appomattox 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 Appomattox Middle School is 0.54, 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
#1025 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
4%
18%
Black
21%
22%
White
64%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Appomattox Middle School's ranking?
Appomattox Middle School is ranked #1025 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Appomattox Middle School often compared to?
Appomattox Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Appomattox County High School, Appomattox Elementary School, Plymouth Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Appomattox Middle School?
543 students attend Appomattox Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Appomattox Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Appomattox Middle School?
Appomattox Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Appomattox Middle School offer ?
Appomattox Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Appomattox Middle School part of?
Appomattox Middle School is part of Appomattox Co PBLC Schs School District.
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