Belmont Ridge Middle School serves 1,122 students in grades 6-8.
Belmont Ridge Middle School placed in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,122 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Belmont Ridge Middle School's student population of 1,122 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,122 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Belmont Ridge Middle School is ranked within the top 20% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Belmont Ridge Middle School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#345 out of 1792 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
8%
Hispanic
12%
18%
Black
10%
22%
White
51%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) 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 #345 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% 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?
1,122 students attend Belmont Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Belmont Ridge Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, and 6% 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 12:1, which is lower than 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 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Belmont Ridge Middle School part of?
Belmont Ridge Middle School is part of Loudoun County Public Schools School District.
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