Serving 551 students in grades 6-8, Jackson P. Burley 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 62% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 551 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jackson P. Burley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Jackson P. Burley Middle School's student population of 551 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
551 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
A School With History Where the Future Begins
School Rankings
Jackson P. Burley 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 Jackson P. Burley Middle School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1029 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)71%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-49%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
8%
Hispanic
27%
19%
Black
19%
22%
White
41%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson P. Burley Middle School's ranking?
Jackson P. Burley Middle School is ranked #1029 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Jackson P. Burley Middle School often compared to?
Jackson P. Burley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leslie H. Walton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Jackson P. Burley Middle School?
551 students attend Jackson P. Burley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Jackson P. Burley Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jackson P. Burley Middle School?
Jackson P. Burley Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jackson P. Burley Middle School offer ?
Jackson P. Burley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jackson P. Burley Middle School part of?
Jackson P. Burley Middle School is part of Albemarle County School District.
In what neighborhood is Jackson P. Burley Middle School located?
Jackson P. Burley Middle School is located in the Rose Hill neighborhood of Charlottesville, VA. There are 1 other public schools located in Rose Hill.
School Reviews
2 5/21/2015
There is lots of bullying and teachers do not know how to deal with it the right way. Education level isn't that high. The classroom teachers are friendly, but school overall wasn't the best first year for me!
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