Serving 133 students in grades 5-7, Elydale 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 80-84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). 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 10:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-7
- Enrollment: 133 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Elydale Elementary serves the entire district of Ewing, VA, encompassing an area of approximately 437.4 square miles. Families within this zone typically face a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 43.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elydale Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Elydale Middle School's student population of 133 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-7
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
133 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Elydale 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 Elydale Middle School is 0.08, 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
#273 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-84%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
2%
20%
Black
n/a
21%
White
96%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.3%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elydale Middle School's ranking?
Elydale Middle School is ranked #273 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Elydale Middle School?
133 students attend Elydale Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Elydale Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elydale Middle School?
Elydale Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Elydale Middle School offer ?
Elydale Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-7 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Elydale Middle School part of?
Elydale Middle School is part of Lee County School District.
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