Serving 685 students in grades 6-8, Locust Grove 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 55% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is lower 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 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 685 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Locust Grove Middle serves the eastern part of its school district in Locust Grove, VA, covering an area of approximately 163.7 square miles. Families in this zone can expect a typical drive of about 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edges located up to 14.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Locust Grove Middle School's student population of 685 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
685 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
The students of Locust Grove Middle School will become responsible, independent thinkers, and lifelong learners.
School Rankings
Locust Grove Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Locust Grove Middle School is 0.57, 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
#1272 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)66%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
62%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
5%
Showing 2013–2022. Full 18-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 Locust Grove Middle School's ranking?
Locust Grove Middle School is ranked #1272 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Locust Grove Middle School often compared to?
Locust Grove Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Prospect Heights Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Locust Grove Middle School?
685 students attend Locust Grove Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Locust Grove Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Locust Grove Middle School?
Locust Grove Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Locust Grove Middle School offer ?
Locust Grove Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Locust Grove Middle School part of?
Locust Grove Middle School is part of Orange County School District.
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