Serving 659 students in grades 6-8, E.b. Stanley Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher 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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 659 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: E.B. Stanley Middle School serves the western part of its district in Abingdon, VA, covering an area of approximately 188.2 square miles. Parents can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 15 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
E.b. Stanley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
E.b. Stanley Middle School's student population of 659 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
659 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
E.b. Stanley Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of E.b. Stanley Middle School is 0.21, 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
#260 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)82%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
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)18.2%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
5%
Showing 2013–2022. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
VSI
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is E.b. Stanley Middle School's ranking?
E.b. Stanley Middle School is ranked #260 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are E.b. Stanley Middle School often compared to?
E.b. Stanley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glade Spring Middle School, Damascus Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend E.b. Stanley Middle School?
659 students attend E.b. Stanley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of E.b. Stanley Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of E.b. Stanley Middle School?
E.b. Stanley Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does E.b. Stanley Middle School offer ?
E.b. Stanley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is E.b. Stanley Middle School part of?
E.b. Stanley Middle School is part of Washington County School District.
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