Serving 780 students in grades 6-8, Battlefield 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 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 780 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Battlefield Middle School's student population of 780 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
780 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Together, we prepare our students for their future.
School Rankings
Battlefield 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 Battlefield Middle School is 0.73, which is more 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
#1382 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)64%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
8%
Hispanic
36%
20%
Black
19%
21%
White
33%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.6%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Battlefield Middle School's ranking?
Battlefield Middle School is ranked #1382 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Battlefield Middle School often compared to?
Battlefield Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chancellor Middle School, Thornburg Middle School, Freedom Middle 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 68% VA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Battlefield Middle School?
780 students attend Battlefield Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Battlefield Middle School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Battlefield Middle School?
Battlefield Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Battlefield Middle School offer ?
Battlefield Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Battlefield Middle School part of?
Battlefield Middle School is part of Spotsylvania County School District.
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