Providence Middle School

900 Starlight Lane
Richmond, VA 23235
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 1,024 students in grades 6-8, Providence 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 44% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower 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 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,024 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 80%
  • : Bottom 50% in VA
  • : 44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 46% (Btm 50%)
  • : 47% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Providence Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

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School Overview

Providence Middle School's student population of 1,024 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,024 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers

School Rankings

Providence 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 Providence Middle School is 0.71, 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.
This School
State Level (VA)
#1462 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(20-21)
44%
54%
(20-21)
46%
69%
(20-21)
47%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
36%
19%
Black
35%
22%
White
20%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.71
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Providence Middle School's ranking?
Providence Middle School is ranked #1462 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Providence Middle School often compared to?
Providence Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robious Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Providence Middle School?
1,024 students attend Providence Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Providence Middle School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 20% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Providence Middle School?
Providence Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Providence Middle School offer ?
Providence Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Providence Middle School part of?
Providence Middle School is part of Chesterfield County School District.

School Reviews

4   11/24/2017
Give the 6th graders more pampering and we should get first lunch and more dances
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Nyla

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,024 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 80%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 46% (Btm 50%)
  • : 47% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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