Serving 700 students in grades 6-8, Colonial Heights 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 56% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is lower 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 60% 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: 700 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Colonial Heights Middle's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Colonial Heights, VA, spanning approximately 7.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school from anywhere in the zone is about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge being around 4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Colonial Heights Middle School's student population of 700 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
700 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Colonial Heights Middle School is dedicated to encouraging and honoring academic excellence, developing individual strengths, fostering a sense of responsibility and respect for self and for the rights of others, and promoting an appreciation for lifelong
School Rankings
Colonial Heights 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 Colonial Heights Middle School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1296 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)64%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
31%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
40%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
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)19.7%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
10%
5%
Showing 2013–2022. Full 24-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 Colonial Heights Middle School's ranking?
Colonial Heights Middle School is ranked #1296 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?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Colonial Heights Middle School?
700 students attend Colonial Heights Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Colonial Heights Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Colonial Heights Middle School?
Colonial Heights Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Colonial Heights Middle School offer ?
Colonial Heights Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Colonial Heights Middle School part of?
Colonial Heights Middle School is part of Colonial Heights City School District.
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