Serving 1,033 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 57% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). 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 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,033 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Providence Middle serves the northern part of Richmond, VA, covering an area of approximately 14.3 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 4.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Providence Middle School's student population of 1,033 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,033 students
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Year Founded
1968
School Rankings
Providence 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 Providence Middle School is 0.70, 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
#1517 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)46%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)47%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
40%
20%
Black
33%
21%
White
19%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.3%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Rams
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Providence Middle School's ranking?
Providence Middle School is ranked #1517 out of 1,773 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, Manchester Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% 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?
1,033 students attend Providence Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Providence Middle School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 5% 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.
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