Serving 781 students in grades 6-8, Crittenden 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 44% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 781 students
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Crittenden Middle serves the southeast part of Newport News, VA, covering an area of approximately 6.7 square miles. Most students live within 1.6 miles of the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 4.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Crittenden Middle School's student population of 781 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
781 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
69 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Crittenden 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 Crittenden Middle School is 0.47, 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
#1650 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)46%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)38%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
13%
20%
Black
71%
21%
White
8%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.8%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougar
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crittenden Middle School's ranking?
Crittenden Middle School is ranked #1650 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Crittenden Middle School often compared to?
Crittenden Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle School, B.t. Washington Middle School, Homer L. Hines Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Crittenden Middle School?
781 students attend Crittenden Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Crittenden Middle School students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What grades does Crittenden Middle School offer ?
Crittenden Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Crittenden Middle School part of?
Crittenden Middle School is part of Newport News City School District.
In what neighborhood is Crittenden Middle School located?
Crittenden Middle School is located in the South Newport News neighborhood of Newport News, VA. There are 14 other public schools located in South Newport News.
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