Serving 646 students in grades 6-8, Journey 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 52% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 646 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Journey Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Journey Middle School's student population of 646 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
646 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
1966
School Calendar
Campus Size
20 acres
School Motto
“The whole purpose of education is to turn mirrors into windows.”
School Rankings
Journey 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 Journey Middle School is 0.74, which is more 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
#1259 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥80%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
8%
Hispanic
30%
20%
Black
24%
21%
White
33%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Journey Middle School's ranking?
Journey Middle School is ranked #1259 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Journey Middle School often compared to?
Journey Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeside Middle School, Joseph T. Henley Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Journey Middle School?
646 students attend Journey Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Journey Middle School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Journey Middle School?
Journey Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Journey Middle School offer ?
Journey Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Journey Middle School part of?
Journey Middle School is part of Albemarle County School District.
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