Serving 364 students in grades 6-8, Central Academy Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 91% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 91% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Central Academy Middle serves the northeast part of Fincastle, VA, covering an extensive area of approximately 430.3 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 10.9 miles from the school to the zone's edge and the furthest boundary reaching 20.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Academy Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Central Academy Middle School's student population of 364 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
364 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Central Academy Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Academy Middle School is 0.17, 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
#132 out of 1773 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)83%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
2%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.9%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-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 Central Academy Middle School's ranking?
Central Academy Middle School is ranked #132 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Central Academy Middle School often compared to?
Central Academy Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Read Mountain Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
91% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Central Academy Middle School?
364 students attend Central Academy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Central Academy Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Academy Middle School?
Central Academy Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Central Academy Middle School offer ?
Central Academy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Central Academy Middle School part of?
Central Academy Middle School is part of Botetourt County School District.
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