Serving 868 students in grades 6-8, Seneca Ridge 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 66% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is lower 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 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 868 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Seneca Ridge Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Seneca Ridge Middle School's student population of 868 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
868 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Year Founded
1978
School Calendar
School Motto
Each Student Each Staff Each Family Each Day!
School Rankings
Seneca Ridge 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 Seneca Ridge Middle School is 0.69, 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
#1217 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
8%
Hispanic
41%
19%
Black
5%
22%
White
36%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seneca Ridge Middle School's ranking?
Seneca Ridge Middle School is ranked #1217 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Seneca Ridge Middle School often compared to?
Seneca Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like River Bend Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Seneca Ridge Middle School?
868 students attend Seneca Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Seneca Ridge Middle School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Seneca Ridge Middle School?
Seneca Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Seneca Ridge Middle School offer ?
Seneca Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Seneca Ridge Middle School part of?
Seneca Ridge Middle School is part of Loudoun County School District.
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