Serving 698 students in grades 6-8, Jolliff 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 40% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is equal to 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 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 698 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jolliff Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Jolliff Middle School's student population of 698 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
698 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jolliff Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jolliff Middle School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1130 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
9%
18%
Black
38%
22%
White
42%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jolliff Middle School's ranking?
Jolliff Middle School is ranked #1130 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Jolliff Middle School often compared to?
Jolliff Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Western Branch Middle School, Hugo A Owens Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Jolliff Middle School?
698 students attend Jolliff Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Jolliff Middle School students are White, 38% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jolliff Middle School?
Jolliff Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jolliff Middle School offer ?
Jolliff Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Jolliff Middle School part of?
Jolliff Middle School is part of Chesapeake City PBLC Schs School District.
In what neighborhood is Jolliff Middle School located?
Jolliff Middle School is located in the Western Branch South neighborhood of Chesapeake, VA. There are 2 other public schools located in Western Branch South.
School Reviews
5 3/10/2018
The teachers are great and I've had great grades throughout my entire time at this school. I highly suggest it.
5 2/26/2018
I love this school. I have been in this school for two years!!! So I should know what I am talking/texting about!!!!!!
5 9/12/2012
Two of my children are enrolled at Jolliff Middle School. My daughter and son love it and the teachers are very comitted to teaching.
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