Serving 873 students in grades 6-8, James Wood 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 48% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 873 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: James Wood Middle serves the eastern part of its school district in Winchester, VA, covering an area of approximately 92.1 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 11.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
James Wood Middle School's student population of 873 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
873 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
James Wood 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 James Wood Middle School is 0.64, 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
#1542 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)54%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)37%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
40%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
44%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.6%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
7%
2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James Wood Middle School's ranking?
James Wood Middle School is ranked #1542 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend James Wood Middle School?
873 students attend James Wood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of James Wood Middle School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James Wood Middle School?
James Wood Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does James Wood Middle School offer ?
James Wood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is James Wood Middle School part of?
James Wood Middle School is part of Frederick County School District.
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