Serving 1,082 students in grades 6-8, Short Pump Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,082 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Short Pump Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Short Pump Middle School's student population of 1,082 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,082 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Short Pump 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 Short Pump 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
#584 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)76%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)76%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
35%
8%
Hispanic
6%
19%
Black
11%
22%
White
42%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Short Pump Middle School's ranking?
Short Pump Middle School is ranked #584 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Short Pump Middle School often compared to?
Short Pump Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Holman Middle School, Pocahontas Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Short Pump Middle School?
1,082 students attend Short Pump Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Short Pump Middle School students are White, 35% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Short Pump Middle School?
Short Pump Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Short Pump Middle School offer ?
Short Pump Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Short Pump Middle School part of?
Short Pump Middle School is part of Henrico County School District.
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