Serving 455 students in grades 6-8, Thomas C. Boushall 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas C. Boushall Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Thomas C. Boushall Middle School's student population of 455 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
455 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Thomas C. Boushall Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas C. Boushall Middle School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1770 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
32%
18%
Black
62%
22%
White
2%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas C. Boushall Middle School's ranking?
Thomas C. Boushall Middle School is ranked #1770 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Thomas C. Boushall Middle School often compared to?
Thomas C. Boushall Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like J.l. Francis Elementary School, River City Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Thomas C. Boushall Middle School?
455 students attend Thomas C. Boushall Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Thomas C. Boushall Middle School students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thomas C. Boushall Middle School?
Thomas C. Boushall Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Thomas C. Boushall Middle School offer ?
Thomas C. Boushall Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Thomas C. Boushall Middle School part of?
Thomas C. Boushall Middle School is part of Richmond City PBLC Schs School District.
School Reviews
4 8/19/2021
Bushnell has good students with a loving staff minus one AP. Bushnell is on its way up and will achieve those heights under the leadership of Ms. Waller and Mrs. Kenneth.
5 2/10/2014
Boushall has been turned around by the principal Mrs. Abed. She has brought in some good teachers and discipline to the school. The kids fear her but like her at the same time. It's about time this school got some caring people in it.
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