Serving 454 students in grades 6-8, Nandua Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 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 and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 454 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nandua Middle serves the southwest part of Onley, VA, encompassing an area of approximately 336.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 15 to 20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 16 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nandua Middle School's student population of 454 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
454 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Destination: Excellence, Adventure Awaits!
School Rankings
Nandua 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 Nandua 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
#918 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)67%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
8%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
35%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
39%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.2%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
7%
6%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nandua Middle School's ranking?
Nandua Middle School is ranked #918 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Nandua Middle School often compared to?
Nandua Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arcadia Middle School, Chincoteague High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Nandua Middle School?
454 students attend Nandua Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Nandua Middle School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nandua Middle School?
Nandua Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nandua Middle School offer ?
Nandua Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nandua Middle School part of?
Nandua Middle School is part of Accomack County School District.
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