Serving 713 students in grades 6-8, Ni River Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 63% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 713 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ni River Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ni River Middle School's student population of 713 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
713 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
School Rankings
Ni River Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ni River Middle School is 0.59, 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
#526 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)63%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)76%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
14%
19%
Black
14%
22%
White
61%
44%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
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 Ni River Middle School's ranking?
Ni River Middle School is ranked #526 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Ni River Middle School often compared to?
Ni River Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Freedom Middle School, Chancellor Middle School by visitors of our site.
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 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Ni River Middle School?
713 students attend Ni River Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Ni River Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ni River Middle School?
Ni River Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ni River Middle School offer ?
Ni River Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ni River Middle School part of?
Ni River Middle School is part of Spotsylvania County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/20/2022
this is a great school.
1 6/25/2020
I just finished 8th grade at Ni River and I have to say the school is not as good as it seems. I was one of the many white students at this school and it was very noticeable that students of color were targeted by teachers and administration. I would notice that many white students would yell and disrupt class all the time and get little to no punishment. But students of color would whisper to a friend or make a funny face and get way harsher punishments. The school also deals with bullying terribly. The school really needs to work on these issues.
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