Serving 620 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Middlesex Elementary 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 63% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 620 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Middlesex Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Locust Hill, VA, encompassing approximately 210.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school is 15-20 minutes, with the farthest edge of the zone located 16.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Middlesex Elementary School's student population of 620 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
620 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Engage • Inspire • Empower
School Rankings
Middlesex Elementary 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 Middlesex Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#1341 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)53%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Hispanic
7%
20%
Black
16%
21%
White
68%
44%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.7%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Middlesex Elementary School's ranking?
Middlesex Elementary School is ranked #1341 out of 1,773 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?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Middlesex Elementary School?
620 students attend Middlesex Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Middlesex Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Middlesex Elementary School?
Middlesex Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Middlesex Elementary School offer ?
Middlesex Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Middlesex Elementary School part of?
Middlesex Elementary School is part of Middlesex County School District.
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