Serving 423 students in grades 6-8, Ridgeview Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ridgeview Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Ridgeview Middle School's student population of 423 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 62% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
423 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ridgeview Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ridgeview Middle School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#755 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
1%
18%
Black
2%
22%
White
97%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ridgeview Middle School's ranking?
Ridgeview Middle School is ranked #755 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Ridgeview Middle School?
423 students attend Ridgeview Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Ridgeview Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ridgeview Middle School?
Ridgeview Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ridgeview Middle School offer ?
Ridgeview Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ridgeview Middle School part of?
Ridgeview Middle School is part of Dickenson Co PBLC Schs School District.
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