Serving 524 students in grades 6-8, Ruffner 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 11% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ruffner Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Ruffner Middle School's student population of 524 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
524 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ruffner 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 Ruffner Middle School is 0.10, 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
#1775 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
2%
18%
Black
95%
22%
White
1%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
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 Ruffner Middle School's ranking?
Ruffner Middle School is ranked #1775 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Ruffner Middle School often compared to?
Ruffner Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Azalea Middle School, Blair Middle School, Norview Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Ruffner Middle School?
524 students attend Ruffner Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Ruffner Middle School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ruffner Middle School?
Ruffner Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ruffner Middle School offer ?
Ruffner Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ruffner Middle School part of?
Ruffner Middle School is part of Norfolk City PBLC Schs School District.
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