Serving 561 students in grades 6-8, Elkton 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 45% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 561 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Elkton Middle serves the southeastern part of Elkton, VA, encompassing an area of approximately 138.6 square miles. Most students reside within a 10-12 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of about 4.9 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 11 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elkton Middle School's student population of 561 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
561 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elkton 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 Elkton Middle School is 0.40, 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
#1336 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)68%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
14%
20%
Black
2%
21%
White
76%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.7%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elkton Middle School's ranking?
Elkton Middle School is ranked #1336 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Elkton Middle School often compared to?
Elkton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Montevideo Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Elkton Middle School?
561 students attend Elkton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Elkton Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elkton Middle School?
Elkton Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Elkton Middle School offer ?
Elkton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Elkton Middle School part of?
Elkton Middle School is part of Rockingham County School District.
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