Serving 1,053 students in grades 6-8, Brandon 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 59% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,053 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Brandon Middle serves the west part of Virginia Beach, VA, covering an area of approximately 7.4 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest boundary located about 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brandon Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Brandon Middle School's student population of 1,053 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,053 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brandon 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 Brandon Middle School is 0.75, 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
#1128 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)68%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
31%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
35%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.2%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
9%
2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 25-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 Brandon Middle School's ranking?
Brandon Middle School is ranked #1128 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Brandon Middle School often compared to?
Brandon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bayside Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Brandon Middle School?
1,053 students attend Brandon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Brandon Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brandon Middle School?
Brandon Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Brandon Middle School offer ?
Brandon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brandon Middle School part of?
Brandon Middle School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.
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