Serving 692 students in grades 6-8, Ni River 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 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 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 692 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: NI River Middle serves the northern part of Spotsylvania, VA, encompassing an area of approximately 54.3 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching up to 8.6 miles at its furthest point.
- 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 692 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
692 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ni River 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 Ni River Middle School is 0.61, 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
#891 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)76%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
59%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-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 Ni River Middle School's ranking?
Ni River Middle School is ranked #891 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% 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?
692 students attend Ni River Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Ni River Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ni River Middle School?
Ni River Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to 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
1 10/10/2025
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.
5 10/10/2025
this is a great school.
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