Serving 413 students in grades 6-8, Signal Knob 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 62% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Signal Knob Middle serves the northeast portion of Strasburg, VA, encompassing an area of approximately 112.5 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the farthest edge located about 10.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Signal Knob Middle School's student population of 413 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
413 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Signal Knob 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 Signal Knob Middle School is 0.39, 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
#1284 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)57%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
3%
21%
White
77%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.5%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Signal Knob Middle School's ranking?
Signal Knob Middle School is ranked #1284 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Signal Knob Middle School often compared to?
Signal Knob Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Peter Muhlenberg Middle School, North Fork Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Signal Knob Middle School?
413 students attend Signal Knob Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Signal Knob Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Signal Knob Middle School?
Signal Knob Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Signal Knob Middle School offer ?
Signal Knob Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Signal Knob Middle School part of?
Signal Knob Middle School is part of Shenandoah County School District.
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