Serving 846 students in grades 6-8, Homer L. Hines 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 53% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 846 students
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Homer L. Hines Middle serves the southeast part of Newport News, VA, covering an area of 16.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest zone edge located approximately 6.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Homer L. Hines Middle School's student population of 846 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
846 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
54 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Homer L. Hines 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 Homer L. Hines Middle School is 0.65, 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
#1552 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)47%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)29%
59%
Asian
2%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
54%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
16%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
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)23.1%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. 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 Homer L. Hines Middle School's ranking?
Homer L. Hines Middle School is ranked #1552 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Homer L. Hines Middle School often compared to?
Homer L. Hines Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle School, Crittenden Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Homer L. Hines Middle School?
846 students attend Homer L. Hines Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Homer L. Hines Middle School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What grades does Homer L. Hines Middle School offer ?
Homer L. Hines Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Homer L. Hines Middle School part of?
Homer L. Hines Middle School is part of Newport News City School District.
In what neighborhood is Homer L. Hines Middle School located?
Homer L. Hines Middle School is located in the South Newport News neighborhood of Newport News, VA. There are 14 other public schools located in South Newport News.
School Reviews
Review Homer L. Hines Middle School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
When a Public School Cancels a Course Your Child Needs
Learn what parents can do when public schools cancel essential courses, including protecting graduation credits, finding approved alternatives, requesting substitutions, and preventing disruptions to college or career plans before deadlines.
Verify School Assignment Before Buying a House
Before buying a house, learn how to verify your child's assigned public school, check conflicting property listings, confirm enrollment eligibility, and avoid costly school assignment surprises before closing on a property.
School Bus Commute Times: What Parents Should Know
Discover how long school bus commutes really take, why routes vary, and what parents should ask about pickup times, student fatigue, transportation reliability, and daily schedules before choosing schools.
