Serving 303 students in grades 5-7, Pennington 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 51% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-7
- Enrollment: 303 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pennington Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Pennington Middle School's student population of 303 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-7
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
303 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pennington 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 Pennington Middle School is 0.10, 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
#1013 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
1%
18%
Black
1%
22%
White
95%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
5%
6%
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 Pennington Middle School's ranking?
Pennington Middle School is ranked #1013 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?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Pennington Middle School?
303 students attend Pennington Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Pennington Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pennington Middle School?
Pennington Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pennington Middle School offer ?
Pennington Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-7 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Pennington Middle School part of?
Pennington Middle School is part of Lee Co PBLC Schs School District.
School Reviews
5 7/1/2007
this is most certanley the best school you could possibly go to i am a former student(summer wells)the teachers try there best to help you achive your goals,and all of the extracurricular activities are realy great also,and last the facility is very nice and if i could i would go back because its my favorite place in the hole world i love that school!
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