Serving 1,137 students in grades 6-8, River Bend 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 54% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,137 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: River Bend Middle serves the eastern part of Sterling, VA, covering an area of approximately 11.1 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 5 to 10 minutes and an average distance of 2.1 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone. The furthest edge of the zone is located about 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
River Bend Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
River Bend Middle School's student population of 1,137 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 101 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,137 students
Total Classroom Teachers
101 teachers
School Rankings
River Bend 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 River Bend Middle School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1092 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)74%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
14%
8%
Hispanic
31%
20%
Black
8%
21%
White
40%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.4%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Ravens
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River Bend Middle School's ranking?
River Bend Middle School is ranked #1092 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are River Bend Middle School often compared to?
River Bend Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Seneca Ridge Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend River Bend Middle School?
1,137 students attend River Bend Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of River Bend Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of River Bend Middle School?
River Bend Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does River Bend Middle School offer ?
River Bend Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is River Bend Middle School part of?
River Bend Middle School is part of Loudoun County School District.
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