Serving 753 students in grades 6-8, Jolliff Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 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 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 753 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jolliff Middle serves the northwest part of Chesapeake, VA, covering an area of approximately 20.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jolliff Middle School's student population of 753 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
753 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jolliff Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jolliff Middle School is 0.68, 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
#674 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)69%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
34%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
43%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.7%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
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 #674 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 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?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% 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?
753 students attend Jolliff Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Jolliff Middle School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jolliff Middle School part of?
Jolliff Middle School is part of Chesapeake City 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 10/10/2025
Two of my children are enrolled at Jolliff Middle School. My daughter and son love it and the teachers are very comitted to teaching.
5 10/10/2025
I love this school. I have been in this school for two years!!! So I should know what I am talking/texting about!!!!!!
5 10/10/2025
The teachers are great and I've had great grades throughout my entire time at this school. I highly suggest it.
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