Serving 670 students in grades 6-8, Read Mountain 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 86% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (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 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 670 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: READ MOUNTAIN MIDDLE serves the southwest part of Cloverdale, VA, covering an area of approximately 115.7 square miles. Students typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 7.1 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 11.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Read Mountain Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Read Mountain Middle School's student population of 670 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
670 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1965
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering Students, Inspiring Excellence
School Rankings
Read Mountain 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 Read Mountain Middle School is 0.34, 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
#223 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)82%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)71%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.5%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Read Mountain Middle School's ranking?
Read Mountain Middle School is ranked #223 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Read Mountain Middle School often compared to?
Read Mountain Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Academy Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Read Mountain Middle School?
670 students attend Read Mountain Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Read Mountain Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Read Mountain Middle School?
Read Mountain Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Read Mountain Middle School offer ?
Read Mountain Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Read Mountain Middle School part of?
Read Mountain Middle School is part of Botetourt County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Great school 15/2 lunch taste like trash tho definitely recommend to all my bffs #Fortnite #ripSiderman #ItsAllStarlordsfault #Memes #Dank #AvengersInfintyWar
4 10/10/2025
I think our school has pretty engaging and interesting teachers that are pretty good with the material and are able to relate to and teach the pupils effectively. The lunch is pretty good for a middle school. I do wish our school had more advanced features and technology, but we're able to make do with what we possess. I enjoyed middle school much more than elementary. Love, CCCCCHHHHAAADDD ;)
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