Serving 594 students in grades 6-8, Covington 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 52% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 594 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Clifton Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire Covington, VA school district, covering approximately 448.8 square miles. Parents can expect typical travel times of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 13.8 miles and the furthest edge located 24.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Covington Middle School's student population of 594 students has grown by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
594 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Covington 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 Covington Middle School is 0.33, 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
#1363 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)62%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
4%
20%
Black
8%
21%
White
81%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.6%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Covington Middle School's ranking?
Covington Middle School is ranked #1363 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?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Covington Middle School?
594 students attend Covington Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Covington Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Covington Middle School?
Covington Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Covington Middle School offer ?
Covington Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Covington Middle School part of?
Covington Middle School is part of Alleghany Highlands School District.
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