Serving 430 students in grades 6-8, Buckingham County 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 47% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 430 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buckingham County Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Buckingham County Middle School's student population of 430 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
430 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Developing the future one student at a time
School Rankings
Buckingham County 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 Buckingham County Middle School is 0.62, which is less 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
#1603 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
5%
19%
Black
33%
22%
White
51%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buckingham County Middle School's ranking?
Buckingham County Middle School is ranked #1603 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Buckingham County Middle School?
430 students attend Buckingham County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Buckingham County Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buckingham County Middle School?
Buckingham County Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Buckingham County Middle School offer ?
Buckingham County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Buckingham County Middle School part of?
Buckingham County Middle School is part of Buckingham County School District.
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