Serving 228 students in grades 6-8, Glade Spring Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 93% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 228 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 93% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Glade Spring Middle serves the northeastern part of its school district in Glade Spring, VA, covering an area of approximately 122.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edges of the attendance zone located up to 13.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glade Spring Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Glade Spring Middle School's student population of 228 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
228 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Glade Spring 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 Glade Spring Middle School is 0.15, 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
#307 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
93%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)74%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
4%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
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)21.5%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
7%
6%
Showing 2011–2021. 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 Glade Spring Middle School's ranking?
Glade Spring Middle School is ranked #307 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Glade Spring Middle School often compared to?
Glade Spring Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like E.b. Stanley Middle School, Damascus Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
93% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Glade Spring Middle School?
228 students attend Glade Spring Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Glade Spring Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glade Spring Middle School?
Glade Spring Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Glade Spring Middle School offer ?
Glade Spring Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Glade Spring Middle School part of?
Glade Spring Middle School is part of Washington County School District.
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