Serving 600 students in grades 6-8, Edward E. Drew Jr. 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 58% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 600 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edward E. Drew Jr. Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Edward E. Drew Jr. Middle School's student population of 600 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
600 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Edward E. Drew Jr. 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 Edward E. Drew Jr. Middle School is 0.77, which is more 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
#1241 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
8%
Hispanic
20%
19%
Black
28%
22%
White
32%
44%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edward E. Drew Jr. Middle School's ranking?
Edward E. Drew Jr. Middle School is ranked #1241 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Edward E. Drew Jr. Middle School often compared to?
Edward E. Drew Jr. Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Donald B. Dixon-lyle R. Smith Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Edward E. Drew Jr. Middle School?
600 students attend Edward E. Drew Jr. Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Edward E. Drew Jr. Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edward E. Drew Jr. Middle School?
Edward E. Drew Jr. Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Edward E. Drew Jr. Middle School offer ?
Edward E. Drew Jr. Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Edward E. Drew Jr. Middle School part of?
Edward E. Drew Jr. Middle School is part of Stafford County School District.
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