Serving 1,084 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 top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is equal to the Virginia state average of 54%). 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 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,084 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Btm 50%)
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
Brandon Middle School's student population of 1,084 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,084 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brandon Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brandon Middle School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#935 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
12%
18%
Black
34%
22%
White
34%
46%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #935 out of 1,792 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?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% 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?
1,084 students attend Brandon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Brandon Middle School students are Black, 34% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 12% 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 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Brandon Middle School part of?
Brandon Middle School is part of Va Beach City PBLC Schs School District.
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