Serving 856 students in grades 6-8, Williamsburg Middle School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 95% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). 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 Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 856 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 95% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 94% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 92% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: The Williamsburg Middle School serves the northwest part of Arlington, VA, covering an area of approximately 7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 4.7 miles away.
- 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:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Williamsburg Middle School's student population of 856 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
856 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Williamsburg Middle School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,773 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#5 out of 1773 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)94%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)92%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
2%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
72%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
12%
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)4.3%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 25-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 Williamsburg Middle School's ranking?
Williamsburg Middle School is ranked #5 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% 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, Dorothy Hamm Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% 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?
856 students attend Williamsburg Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Williamsburg Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% 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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