Serving 792 students in grades 6-8, Azalea Gardens 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 46% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is lower 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 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 792 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Azalea Middle serves the northeast part of Norfolk, VA, covering an area of approximately 8.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being about 2.4 miles and the furthest point located 4.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Azalea Gardens Middle School's student population of 792 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
792 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Azalea Gardens Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Azalea Gardens Middle School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1564 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)54%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
22%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
41%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
25%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
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)30.3%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
5%
Showing 2013–2022. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Azalea Gardens Middle School's ranking?
Azalea Gardens Middle School is ranked #1564 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Azalea Gardens Middle School often compared to?
Azalea Gardens Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crossroads Prek-8 School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Azalea Gardens Middle School?
792 students attend Azalea Gardens Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Azalea Gardens Middle School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Azalea Gardens Middle School?
Azalea Gardens Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Azalea Gardens Middle School offer ?
Azalea Gardens Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Azalea Gardens Middle School part of?
Azalea Gardens Middle School is part of Norfolk City School District.
In what neighborhood is Azalea Gardens Middle School located?
Azalea Gardens Middle School is located in the Saratoga neighborhood of Norfolk, VA.
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