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 (2026)
- 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%)
- 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
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
54 teachers
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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)47%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)29%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
18%
20%
Black
54%
21%
White
16%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.1%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
7%
6%
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.
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