Serving 807 students in grades 6-8, Lois Hornsby Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 81% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (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 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 807 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lois Hornsby Middle School's student population of 807 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
807 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Rankings
Lois Hornsby Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lois Hornsby Middle School is 0.64, 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
#421 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)77%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
15%
19%
Black
20%
22%
White
55%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Lois Hornsby Middle School's ranking?
Lois Hornsby Middle School is ranked #421 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Lois Hornsby Middle School often compared to?
Lois Hornsby Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Berkeley Middle School, Queens Lake Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Lois Hornsby Middle School?
807 students attend Lois Hornsby Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Lois Hornsby Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lois Hornsby Middle School?
Lois Hornsby Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lois Hornsby Middle School offer ?
Lois Hornsby Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lois Hornsby Middle School part of?
Lois Hornsby Middle School is part of Williamsburg-James City County School District.
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