Serving 1,265 students in grades 6-8, Landstown Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 64% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,265 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Landstown Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Landstown Middle School's student population of 1,265 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,265 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
School Rankings
Landstown Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Landstown Middle School is 0.76, which is more 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
#489 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)64%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)81%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)85%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
8%
Hispanic
15%
19%
Black
25%
22%
White
37%
44%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Landstown Middle School's ranking?
Landstown Middle School is ranked #489 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Landstown Middle School often compared to?
Landstown Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Princess Anne Middle School, Salem Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Landstown Middle School?
1,265 students attend Landstown Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Landstown Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Landstown Middle School?
Landstown Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Landstown Middle School offer ?
Landstown Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Landstown Middle School part of?
Landstown Middle School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.
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