Serving 415 students in grades 6-8, Johnson-williams 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 57% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 415 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Johnson-Williams Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire Berryville, VA school district, covering approximately 178.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 15-20 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 7.5 miles and the furthest edge located 11.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Johnson-williams Middle School's student population of 415 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
415 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1925
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres
School Motto
Encourage • Inspire • Empower
School Rankings
Johnson-williams 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 Johnson-williams Middle School is 0.44, 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
#1154 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)68%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
16%
20%
Black
2%
21%
White
73%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.7%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cougars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Johnson-williams Middle School's ranking?
Johnson-williams Middle School is ranked #1154 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?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Johnson-williams Middle School?
415 students attend Johnson-williams Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Johnson-williams Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Johnson-williams Middle School?
Johnson-williams Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Johnson-williams Middle School offer ?
Johnson-williams Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Johnson-williams Middle School part of?
Johnson-williams Middle School is part of Clarke County School District.
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