Serving 1,040 students in grades 6-8, Culpeper 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 61% (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 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,040 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Culpeper Middle serves the northern part of its school district in Culpeper, VA, covering approximately 147.9 square miles. Families in this area can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 8.2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 14.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Culpeper Middle School's student population of 1,040 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,040 students
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Culpeper 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 Culpeper Middle School is 0.67, 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
#1214 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)64%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)61%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
32%
20%
Black
11%
21%
White
46%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.4%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Culpeper Middle School's ranking?
Culpeper Middle School is ranked #1214 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Culpeper Middle School often compared to?
Culpeper Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Floyd T. Binns Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% 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 Culpeper Middle School?
1,040 students attend Culpeper Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Culpeper Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Culpeper Middle School?
Culpeper Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Culpeper Middle School offer ?
Culpeper Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Culpeper Middle School part of?
Culpeper Middle School is part of Culpeper County School District.
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