Serving 727 students in grades 6-8, Kempsville Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 727 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Kempsville Middle serves the northwest part of Virginia Beach, VA, covering an area of approximately 7.6 square miles. Most students typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 4.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kempsville Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kempsville Middle School's student population of 727 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
727 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Motto
Put Students First. Seek Growth. Be Open to Change. Do Great Work Together. Value Differences.
School Rankings
Kempsville 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 Kempsville Middle School is 0.70, 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
#561 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
8%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
21%
21%
White
48%
44%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.6%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kempsville Middle School's ranking?
Kempsville Middle School is ranked #561 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Kempsville Middle School often compared to?
Kempsville Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Larkspur Middle School, Independence Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Kempsville Middle School?
727 students attend Kempsville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Kempsville Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kempsville Middle School?
Kempsville Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kempsville Middle School offer ?
Kempsville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kempsville Middle School part of?
Kempsville Middle School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.
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