Serving 1,443 students in grades 6-8, Falling Creek 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 32% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower 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 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,443 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Falling Creek Middle serves the northeast part of Richmond, VA, covering an area of approximately 15.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about 2.8 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 4.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Falling Creek Middle School's student population of 1,443 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 115 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,443 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
115 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Falling Creek 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 Falling Creek Middle School is 0.57, 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
#1696 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)46%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)42%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
55%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
36%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
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)39.2%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
7%
6%
Showing 2009–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Falling Creek Middle School's ranking?
Falling Creek Middle School is ranked #1696 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Falling Creek Middle School often compared to?
Falling Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manchester Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Falling Creek Middle School?
1,443 students attend Falling Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Falling Creek Middle School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Falling Creek Middle School?
Falling Creek Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Falling Creek Middle School offer ?
Falling Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Falling Creek Middle School part of?
Falling Creek Middle School is part of Chesterfield County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
The administration is wonderful! Now, the teachers not sure about that! Being that my kids just transferred!
4 10/10/2025
Really nice school honestly, most teachers are extremely kind and helpful and the administration is amazing as well!
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