New Kent Middle School

7501 Egypt Road
New Kent, VA 23124
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 765 students in grades 6-8, New Kent 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 51% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 765 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 24%
  • : Bottom 50% in VA
  • : 51% (Btm 50%)
  • : 68% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

School Overview

New Kent Middle School's student population of 765 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
765 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
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School Rankings

New Kent 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 New Kent Middle School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (VA)
#1001 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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51%
54%
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68%
69%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of New Kent Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Virginia by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
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American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
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Hispanic
7%
18%
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Black
10%
22%
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White
76%
46%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.41
This chart display the diversity score of New Kent Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Virginia by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
41%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in New Kent Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Virginia by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is New Kent Middle School's ranking?
New Kent Middle School is ranked #1001 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are New Kent Middle School often compared to?
New Kent Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manchester Middle School, New Kent High School, Bailey Bridge Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend New Kent Middle School?
765 students attend New Kent Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of New Kent Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Kent Middle School?
New Kent Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does New Kent Middle School offer ?
New Kent Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is New Kent Middle School part of?
New Kent Middle School is part of New Kent Co PBLC Schs School District.

School Reviews

5   12/8/2023
I am in 6th grade and i love it this school is awesome.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Raygan Otey
5   11/14/2006
Hello, my name is Marina Wright, and I an in 6th. So far I love middle school and I hope after you read this you will come to new Kent .I Love new Kent! It is so peaceful and beautiful I have lived here all my life, and have made alot of new friends because everyone is nice and friendly.The teachers are the best. All of them are willing to help out every one. The parents are involved in alot of things like school plays, and helping out the teachers. The things 6th 7TH and 8TH can join are • S.C.A • Roar activities each month • Beta club • SOL remediation • Odyssey of the mind • contemporary talent club • class officers • trivia bowls • SADD CLUB Then 7th & 8th • Basketball (boys & girls) • Cheerleading football • Choir Then 8th • JV baseball, soccer, track, softball, field hockey cross country, volleyball, and wrestling. • Marching band • Color guard Those are the activities you can join. So if you like new Kent as much as I do then you can e- mail me at reniabeana13@yahoo.com If you join SADD you can join SADD step also.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - renia

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 765 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 24%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 51% (Btm 50%)
  • : 68% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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