Serving 1,199 students in grades 7-8, Kilmer Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher 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 58% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,199 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Kilmer Middle serves the northern part of its school district in Vienna, VA, covering an area of approximately 12.9 square miles. Families within this zone typically experience a short drive to the school, averaging between 5 to 10 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kilmer Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kilmer Middle School's student population of 1,199 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,199 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Kilmer Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kilmer Middle School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#253 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)84%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)74%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
26%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
18%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
6%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
42%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.3%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kilmer Middle School's ranking?
Kilmer Middle School is ranked #253 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Kilmer Middle School often compared to?
Kilmer Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thoreau Middle School, Longfellow Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Kilmer Middle School?
1,199 students attend Kilmer Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Kilmer Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kilmer Middle School?
Kilmer Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kilmer Middle School offer ?
Kilmer Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kilmer Middle School part of?
Kilmer Middle School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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