Serving 433 students in grades 6-8, Forest Glen Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (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 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 433 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Forest Glen Middle serves the southwest part of Suffolk, VA, covering an area of approximately 149.4 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 18.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Forest Glen Middle School's student population of 433 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
433 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Forest Glen 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 Forest Glen Middle School is 0.60, 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
#918 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)67%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
5%
20%
Black
41%
21%
White
48%
44%
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.4%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forest Glen Middle School's ranking?
Forest Glen Middle School is ranked #918 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Forest Glen Middle School often compared to?
Forest Glen Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like King's Fork Middle School, John F. Kennedy Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Forest Glen Middle School?
433 students attend Forest Glen Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Forest Glen Middle School students are White, 41% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forest Glen Middle School?
Forest Glen Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Forest Glen Middle School offer ?
Forest Glen Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Forest Glen Middle School part of?
Forest Glen Middle School is part of Suffolk City School District.
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