Serving 847 students in grades 6-8, Joseph T. Henley Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (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 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 847 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joseph T. Henley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Joseph T. Henley Middle School's student population of 847 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
847 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Year Founded
1966
School Rankings
Joseph T. Henley Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joseph T. Henley Middle School is 0.35, 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
#231 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)89%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-89%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
8%
Hispanic
8%
20%
Black
2%
21%
White
80%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joseph T. Henley Middle School's ranking?
Joseph T. Henley Middle School is ranked #231 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Joseph T. Henley Middle School often compared to?
Joseph T. Henley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeside Middle School, Journey Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Joseph T. Henley Middle School?
847 students attend Joseph T. Henley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Joseph T. Henley Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joseph T. Henley Middle School?
Joseph T. Henley Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Joseph T. Henley Middle School offer ?
Joseph T. Henley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Joseph T. Henley Middle School part of?
Joseph T. Henley Middle School is part of Albemarle County School District.
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