Serving 1,056 students in grades 6-8, Short Pump Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). 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 56% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,056 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Short Pump Middle serves the northwest part of Glen Allen, VA, covering an area of approximately 8.6 square miles. Families typically drive 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 2.1 miles and the furthest edge located 3 miles away.
- 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
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Short Pump Middle School's student population of 1,056 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,056 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1991
School Rankings
Short Pump Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Short Pump Middle School is 0.70, 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
#389 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)76%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)76%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
31%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
44%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.5%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Red
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Short Pump Middle School's ranking?
Short Pump Middle School is ranked #389 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% 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?
1,056 students attend Short Pump Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Short Pump Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 7% 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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