Serving 1,182 students in grades 6-8, J. Michael Lunsford Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,182 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J. Michael Lunsford Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
J. Michael Lunsford Middle School's student population of 1,182 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,182 students
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
J. Michael Lunsford 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 J. Michael Lunsford Middle School is 0.69, 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
#269 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)87%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)86%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
40%
8%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
7%
21%
White
38%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.1%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J. Michael Lunsford Middle School's ranking?
J. Michael Lunsford Middle School is ranked #269 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are J. Michael Lunsford Middle School often compared to?
J. Michael Lunsford Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mercer Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend J. Michael Lunsford Middle School?
1,182 students attend J. Michael Lunsford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of J. Michael Lunsford Middle School students are Asian, 38% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J. Michael Lunsford Middle School?
J. Michael Lunsford Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does J. Michael Lunsford Middle School offer ?
J. Michael Lunsford Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is J. Michael Lunsford Middle School part of?
J. Michael Lunsford Middle School is part of Loudoun County School District.
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