Serving 711 students in grades 6-8, Post Oak 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 60% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is lower than 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 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 711 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Post Oak Middle School's student population of 711 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
711 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
School Motto
Together, we prepare our students for their future.
School Rankings
Post Oak 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 Post Oak Middle School is 0.45, 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
#1244 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)63%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
11%
19%
Black
7%
22%
White
73%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Post Oak Middle School's ranking?
Post Oak Middle School is ranked #1244 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Post Oak Middle School often compared to?
Post Oak Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thornburg Middle School, Ni River Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Post Oak Middle School?
711 students attend Post Oak Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Post Oak Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Post Oak Middle School?
Post Oak Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Post Oak Middle School offer ?
Post Oak Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Post Oak Middle School part of?
Post Oak Middle School is part of Spotsylvania County School District.
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