Serving 491 students in grades 6-8, Poquoson Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 491 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Poquoson Middle serves the entire district of Poquoson, VA, covering approximately 78.5 square miles. Most students can expect a short commute of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest point in the zone being about 13.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Poquoson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Poquoson Middle School's student population of 491 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
491 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
A Tradition of Excellence
School Rankings
Poquoson Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Poquoson Middle School is 0.32, 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
#197 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)87%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-84%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
7%
20%
Black
1%
21%
White
82%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.2%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Poquoson Middle School's ranking?
Poquoson Middle School is ranked #197 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Poquoson Middle School often compared to?
Poquoson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tabb Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Poquoson Middle School?
491 students attend Poquoson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Poquoson Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Poquoson Middle School?
Poquoson Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Poquoson Middle School offer ?
Poquoson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Poquoson Middle School part of?
Poquoson Middle School is part of Poquoson City School District.
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