Serving 1,063 students in grades 6-8, Rodney E. Thompson Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 77% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,063 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Rodney E. Thompson Middle serves the northwest part of Stafford, VA, covering an area of approximately 38.6 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive from the school, with distances to the edge of the zone averaging 3.8 miles and extending up to 9.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rodney E. Thompson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rodney E. Thompson Middle School's student population of 1,063 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,063 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rodney E. Thompson 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 Rodney E. Thompson 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#351 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)83%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)72%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
45%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.5%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 25-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 Rodney E. Thompson Middle School's ranking?
Rodney E. Thompson Middle School is ranked #351 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Rodney E. Thompson Middle School often compared to?
Rodney E. Thompson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like H.h. Poole Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Rodney E. Thompson Middle School?
1,063 students attend Rodney E. Thompson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Rodney E. Thompson Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rodney E. Thompson Middle School?
Rodney E. Thompson Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rodney E. Thompson Middle School offer ?
Rodney E. Thompson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rodney E. Thompson Middle School part of?
Rodney E. Thompson Middle School is part of Stafford County School District.
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