Serving 576 students in grades 3-8, Ruffner 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 19% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). 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 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-8
- Enrollment: 576 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: RUFFNER MIDDLE serves the southern part of Norfolk, VA, covering an area of approximately 3.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located around 2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ruffner School's student population of 576 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
576 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Ruffner 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 Ruffner School is 0.15, 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
#1767 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)10-14%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
3%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
92%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
2%
44%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.4%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
6%
Showing 2006–2015. View full 17-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ruffner School's ranking?
Ruffner School is ranked #1767 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Ruffner School often compared to?
Ruffner Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Norview Middle School, Blair Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Ruffner School?
576 students attend Ruffner School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Ruffner School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ruffner School?
Ruffner School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ruffner School offer ?
Ruffner School offers enrollment in grades 3-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ruffner School part of?
Ruffner School is part of Norfolk City School District.
In what neighborhood is Ruffner School located?
Ruffner School is located in the South Brambleton neighborhood of Norfolk, VA.
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