Serving 279 students in grades 6-8, Northumberland Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher 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 11:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 279 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northumberland Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Heathsville, VA, covering approximately 285.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school from any point within the zone is around 15 to 20 minutes, with the furthest edge located 18.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northumberland Middle School's student population of 279 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
279 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northumberland Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northumberland Middle School is 0.65, 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
#840 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
12%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
41%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
42%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.9%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
6%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Indians
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northumberland Middle School's ranking?
Northumberland Middle School is ranked #840 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Northumberland Middle School often compared to?
Northumberland Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northumberland High School, Northumberland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% 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 Northumberland Middle School?
279 students attend Northumberland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Northumberland Middle School students are White, 41% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northumberland Middle School?
Northumberland Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northumberland Middle School offer ?
Northumberland Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northumberland Middle School part of?
Northumberland Middle School is part of Northumberland County School District.
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