Serving 459 students in grades 6-8, Maury River 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 38% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). 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 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maury River Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Maury River Middle School's student population of 459 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
459 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Maury River Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maury River Middle School is 0.31, 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
#1268 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)38%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)63%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)59%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
6%
19%
Black
4%
22%
White
83%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
12%
5%
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 Maury River Middle School's ranking?
Maury River Middle School is ranked #1268 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Maury River Middle School?
459 students attend Maury River Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Maury River Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maury River Middle School?
Maury River Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Maury River Middle School offer ?
Maury River Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Maury River Middle School part of?
Maury River Middle School is part of Rockbridge County School District.
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