Serving 214 students in grades 7-8, Northampton 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% 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: 7-8
- Enrollment: 214 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northampton Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Eastville, VA, covering approximately 203.8 square miles. The zone features a typical drive time of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 13.5 miles from the school to its edges and a maximum reach of 16.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northampton Middle School's student population of 214 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
214 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northampton 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 Northampton Middle School is 0.70, 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
#1410 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
20%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
38%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
35%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.2%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northampton Middle School's ranking?
Northampton Middle School is ranked #1410 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Northampton Middle School?
214 students attend Northampton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Northampton Middle School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 20% 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 Northampton Middle School?
Northampton Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northampton Middle School offer ?
Northampton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northampton Middle School part of?
Northampton Middle School is part of Northampton County School District.
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