Serving 259 students in grades 6-8, St. Clare Walker 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 61% (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 11:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: St. Clare Walker Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Locust Hill, VA, covering approximately 210.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 16.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
St. Clare Walker Middle School's student population of 259 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
259 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
St. Clare Walker 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 St. Clare Walker Middle School is 0.58, 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
#1316 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)57%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-39%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
6%
20%
Black
20%
21%
White
61%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.2%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Clare Walker Middle School's ranking?
St. Clare Walker Middle School is ranked #1316 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% 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 St. Clare Walker Middle School?
259 students attend St. Clare Walker Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of St. Clare Walker Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Clare Walker Middle School?
St. Clare Walker Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does St. Clare Walker Middle School offer ?
St. Clare Walker Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is St. Clare Walker Middle School part of?
St. Clare Walker Middle School is part of Middlesex County School District.
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