Serving 1,004 students in grades 6-8, Spotsylvania Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,004 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spotsylvania Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Spotsylvania Middle School's student population of 1,004 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has grown by 63% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,004 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Spotsylvania Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spotsylvania Middle School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#885 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)71%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
8%
Hispanic
17%
19%
Black
29%
22%
White
40%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spotsylvania Middle School's ranking?
Spotsylvania Middle School is ranked #885 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Spotsylvania Middle School often compared to?
Spotsylvania Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Freedom Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Spotsylvania Middle School?
1,004 students attend Spotsylvania Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Spotsylvania Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spotsylvania Middle School?
Spotsylvania Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Spotsylvania Middle School offer ?
Spotsylvania Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Spotsylvania Middle School part of?
Spotsylvania Middle School is part of Spotsylvania County School District.
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