Serving 747 students in grades 6-8, Carroll County Middle School ranks in the top 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 73% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 747 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Carroll County Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Hillsville, VA, covering approximately 477.6 square miles. Families within this zone are typically a 20-30 minute drive from the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 13.7 miles and the furthest edge reaching 20.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carroll County Middle School's student population of 747 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
747 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carroll County Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carroll County Middle School is 0.20, 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
#710 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)72%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
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)8.2%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
10%
5%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cavaliers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carroll County Middle School's ranking?
Carroll County Middle School is ranked #710 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Carroll County Middle School?
747 students attend Carroll County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Carroll County Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carroll County Middle School?
Carroll County Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carroll County Middle School offer ?
Carroll County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Carroll County Middle School part of?
Carroll County Middle School is part of Carroll County School District.
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