Serving 796 students in grades 6-8, Walker-grant 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 35% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 796 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Walker-Grant Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire Fredericksburg, VA school district, covering approximately 10.5 square miles. Typically, it takes parents about 5-10 minutes to drive to the school, with an average distance of 2.4 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching a maximum distance of 3.8 miles at the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Walker-grant Middle School's student population of 796 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
796 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Walker-grant 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 Walker-grant Middle School is 0.79, which is more 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
#1693 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)46%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
8%
Hispanic
26%
20%
Black
28%
21%
White
21%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.2%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walker-grant Middle School's ranking?
Walker-grant Middle School is ranked #1693 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Walker-grant Middle School often compared to?
Walker-grant Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James Monroe High School, Hugh Mercer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Walker-grant Middle School?
796 students attend Walker-grant Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of Walker-grant Middle School students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 15% of students are Asian, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walker-grant Middle School?
Walker-grant Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Walker-grant Middle School offer ?
Walker-grant Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Walker-grant Middle School part of?
Walker-grant Middle School is part of Fredericksburg City School District.
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