Serving 385 students in grades 6-8, Gretna Middle School ranks in the top 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 73% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (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 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gretna Middle serves the northern part of its school district in Gretna, VA, covering an area of approximately 363 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes 20-30 minutes, with an average distance of 11.6 miles to the edge of the attendance zone and the furthest edge being 17 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gretna Middle School's student population of 385 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
385 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1903
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gretna Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gretna Middle School is 0.49, 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
#710 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)72%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
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 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
68%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. 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)33.5%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
11%
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 Gretna Middle School's ranking?
Gretna Middle School is ranked #710 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Gretna Middle School often compared to?
Gretna Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dan River Middle School, Chatham Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Gretna Middle School?
385 students attend Gretna Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Gretna Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gretna Middle School?
Gretna Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gretna Middle School offer ?
Gretna Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Gretna Middle School part of?
Gretna Middle School is part of Pittsylvania County School District.
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