Serving 194 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). 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 9:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 194 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northampton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Northampton Middle School's student population of 194 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
194 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northampton 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 Northampton Middle School is 0.68, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1196 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
24%
18%
Black
41%
22%
White
31%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #1196 out of 1,792 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% 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?
194 students attend Northampton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Northampton Middle School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 3% 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 9:1, 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 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Northampton Middle School part of?
Northampton Middle School is part of Northampton Co PBLC Schs School District.
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