William Ruffner Middle School serves 445 students in grades 6-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 was higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 88% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
445 students
Showing 2001–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
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School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2001–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
8%
Showing 2001–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
20%
Showing 2001–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
81%
21%
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White
12%
44%
Showing 2001–2025. View full 33-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
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Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
57%
Showing 2001–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
2%
Showing 2001–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend William Ruffner Middle School?
445 students attend William Ruffner Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of William Ruffner Middle School students are Black, 12% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William Ruffner Middle School?
William Ruffner Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does William Ruffner Middle School offer ?
William Ruffner Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is William Ruffner Middle School part of?
William Ruffner Middle School is part of Roanoke City Public Schools.
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