Serving 165 students in grades 6-8, Damascus Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 165 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Damascus Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Damascus Middle School's student population of 165 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
165 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Damascus Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Damascus Middle School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#366 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
1%
18%
Black
1%
22%
White
95%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Damascus Middle School's ranking?
Damascus Middle School is ranked #366 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Damascus Middle School often compared to?
Damascus Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fries Elementary School, E.b. Stanley Middle School, Glade Spring Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Damascus Middle School?
165 students attend Damascus Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Damascus Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Damascus Middle School?
Damascus Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Damascus Middle School offer ?
Damascus Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Damascus Middle School part of?
Damascus Middle School is part of Washington Co PBLC Schs School District.
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