Macy Mcclaugherty Elementary Middle School

1001 Henson Ave
Pearisburg, VA 24134
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 440 students in grades Prekindergarten-7, Macy Mcclaugherty Elementary 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 64% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-7
  • Enrollment: 440 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 7%
  • : Bottom 50% in VA
  • : 64% (Btm 50%)
  • : 63% (Btm 50%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Macy Mcclaugherty Elementary Middle School's student population of 440 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
440 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Macy Mcclaugherty Elementary 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 Macy Mcclaugherty Elementary Middle School is 0.13, 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.
This School
State Level (VA)
#1166 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
64%
68%
(20-21)
63%
69%
(20-21)
60-69%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
2%
20%
Black
2%
21%
White
93%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.13
(22-23)
21.4%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Macy Mcclaugherty Elementary Middle School's ranking?
Macy Mcclaugherty Elementary Middle School is ranked #1166 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Macy Mcclaugherty Elementary Middle School often compared to?
Macy Mcclaugherty Elementary Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastern Elementary Middle School, Narrows Elementary 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 68% VA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Macy Mcclaugherty Elementary Middle School?
440 students attend Macy Mcclaugherty Elementary Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Macy Mcclaugherty Elementary Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Macy Mcclaugherty Elementary Middle School?
Macy Mcclaugherty Elementary Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Macy Mcclaugherty Elementary Middle School offer ?
Macy Mcclaugherty Elementary Middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-7 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Macy Mcclaugherty Elementary Middle School part of?
Macy Mcclaugherty Elementary Middle School is part of Giles County School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-7
  • Enrollment: 440 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 7%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 64% (Btm 50%)
  • : 63% (Btm 50%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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