Serving 839 students in grades 6-8, Andrew Lewis Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 839 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Andrew Lewis Middle's attendance zone covers the entire Salem, VA school district, encompassing approximately 14.5 square miles. Most students live within a 2.2-mile average distance from the school, with the furthest edge being 3.7 miles away, making for typical drive times of 5-10 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Andrew Lewis Middle School's student population of 839 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
839 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Andrew Lewis Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Andrew Lewis Middle School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#601 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)72%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)62%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
11%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Black
17%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
65%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.9%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Andrew Lewis Middle School's ranking?
Andrew Lewis Middle School is ranked #601 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Andrew Lewis Middle School often compared to?
Andrew Lewis Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blacksburg Middle School, Auburn Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Andrew Lewis Middle School?
839 students attend Andrew Lewis Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Andrew Lewis Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Andrew Lewis Middle School?
Andrew Lewis Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Andrew Lewis Middle School offer ?
Andrew Lewis Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Andrew Lewis Middle School part of?
Andrew Lewis Middle School is part of Salem City School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
My views on this schools special education for 6th graders is not where it should be and Andrew Lewis is not holding up to its reputation in this area. Parents of children with special needs are swept under the rug and the children are not learning or being treated with dignity and respect. Also no correctional action is taken seriously when there are complaints in this department.
2 10/10/2025
Severely lacking in communication with parents/guardians, they rely solely on the usage of social media and voice mail to relay information. Schedules are not sent out, newsletters are not sent out, open house information is not sent out, not even school bus routes or bus numbers are sent out. If you want to know anything about the upcoming/current school year, you need to hunt on line to get the information. Even notification of upcoming teacher/parent conference availability is a recording calling your phone and leaving you a voice mail. If your child is struggling and not doing so well, they will not contact you to notify you at all. They rely solely on you coming to them for them to do anything to help you or your child, and even then they push for you to use social media for their "parent portal" to receive information and communicate with teachers. This school is severely lacking in people skills and actually reaching out to parents/guardians.
5 10/10/2025
My experience at Andrew Lewis has been nothing but positive. The administration and teachers have been great. Any issues are taken seriously by the staff and everything handled in a professional manner. My two kids have loved attending school there.
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