Williamsburg Middle School

3600 N Harrison St
Arlington, VA 22207
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
10
Top 5%
Serving 855 students in grades 6-8, Williamsburg Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 94% (which is higher 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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 855 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 28%
  • : Top 5% in VA
  • : 84% (Top 5%)
  • : 94% (Top 1%)
  • : 92% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Williamsburg Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

School Overview

Williamsburg Middle School's student population of 855 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
855 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers

School Rankings

Williamsburg Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Williamsburg Middle School is 0.46, 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.
This School
State Level (VA)
#30 out of 1792 schools
(Top 5%)
(20-21)
84%
54%
(20-21)
94%
69%
(20-21)
92%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
8%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
3%
22%
White
72%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.46
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Williamsburg Middle School's ranking?
Williamsburg Middle School is ranked #30 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Williamsburg Middle School often compared to?
Williamsburg Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Swanson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Williamsburg Middle School?
855 students attend Williamsburg Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Williamsburg Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Williamsburg Middle School?
Williamsburg Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Williamsburg Middle School offer ?
Williamsburg Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Williamsburg Middle School part of?
Williamsburg Middle School is part of Arlington County School District.
In what neighborhood is Williamsburg Middle School located?
Williamsburg Middle School is located in the Rock Spring neighborhood of Arlington, VA. There are 2 other public schools located in Rock Spring.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 855 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 28%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 84% (Top 5%)
  • : 94% (Top 1%)
  • : 92% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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