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Falling Creek Middle School (Ranked Bottom 50% for 2026) - Richmond, VA

Falling Creek Middle School

4780 Hopkins Rd.
Richmond, VA 23234
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Serving 1,443 students in grades 6-8, Falling Creek Middle 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 32% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower 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 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,443 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 95%
  • : Bottom 50% in VA
  • : 32% (Btm 50%)
  • : 46% (Btm 50%)
  • : 42% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

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

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Attribute

School Overview

Falling Creek Middle School's student population of 1,443 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 115 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,443 students
Total Classroom Teachers
115 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Falling Creek Middle 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 Falling Creek Middle School is 0.57, 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)
#1696 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
32%
68%
(20-21)
46%
69%
(20-21)
42%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
55%
20%
Black
36%
21%
White
5%
44%
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.57
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Falling Creek Middle School's ranking?
Falling Creek Middle School is ranked #1696 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Falling Creek Middle School often compared to?
Falling Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manchester Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Falling Creek Middle School?
1,443 students attend Falling Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Falling Creek Middle School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Falling Creek Middle School?
Falling Creek Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Falling Creek Middle School offer ?
Falling Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Falling Creek Middle School part of?
Falling Creek Middle School is part of Chesterfield County School District.

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5   10/10/2025
The administration is wonderful! Now, the teachers not sure about that! Being that my kids just transferred!
- Posted by Parent - lmthw

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,443 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 95%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 32% (Btm 50%)
  • : 46% (Btm 50%)
  • : 42% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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