Serving 962 students in grades 6-8, Swanson Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 962 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Swanson 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
Swanson Middle School's student population of 962 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
962 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Swanson Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Swanson Middle School is 0.65, 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
#255 out of 1792 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
21%
18%
Black
6%
22%
White
54%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Swanson Middle School's ranking?
Swanson Middle School is ranked #255 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Swanson Middle School often compared to?
Swanson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Williamsburg Middle School, Kenmore Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Swanson Middle School?
962 students attend Swanson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Swanson Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Swanson Middle School?
Swanson Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Swanson Middle School offer ?
Swanson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Swanson Middle School part of?
Swanson Middle School is part of Arlington Co PBLC Schs School District.
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