Serving 1,071 students in grades 6-8, Belmont Ridge 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 85% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher 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 57% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,071 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Belmont Ridge Middle serves the eastern part of Leesburg, VA, covering an area of approximately 7.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 4.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belmont Ridge Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Belmont Ridge Middle School's student population of 1,071 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,071 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Empowering all students to make meaningful contributions to the world.
School Rankings
Belmont Ridge Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belmont Ridge 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
#231 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)82%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
23%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
43%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.3%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belmont Ridge Middle School's ranking?
Belmont Ridge Middle School is ranked #231 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Belmont Ridge Middle School often compared to?
Belmont Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eagle Ridge Middle School, Farmwell Station Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Belmont Ridge Middle School?
1,071 students attend Belmont Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Belmont Ridge Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Belmont Ridge Middle School?
Belmont Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Belmont Ridge Middle School offer ?
Belmont Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Belmont Ridge Middle School part of?
Belmont Ridge Middle School is part of Loudoun County School District.
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