Serving 334 students in grades 6-8, Montross Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 58% (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 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Montross Middle's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Montross, VA, encompassing approximately 251.1 square miles. Families may typically expect a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of about 11.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 19.9 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montross Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Montross Middle School's student population of 334 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
334 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Montross 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 Montross Middle School is 0.69, 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
#895 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)58%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
17%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
37%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
39%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.7%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
6%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 23-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 Montross Middle School's ranking?
Montross Middle School is ranked #895 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Montross Middle School often compared to?
Montross Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westmoreland High School, Colonial Beach High 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 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Montross Middle School?
334 students attend Montross Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Montross Middle School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Montross Middle School?
Montross Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Montross Middle School offer ?
Montross Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Montross Middle School part of?
Montross Middle School is part of Westmoreland County School District.
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