Serving 279 students in grades 6-8, Northumberland 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 73% (which is higher 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 11:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 279 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northumberland Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Northumberland Middle School's student population of 279 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
279 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northumberland Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northumberland Middle School is 0.65, 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
#840 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
12%
20%
Black
41%
21%
White
42%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Indians
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northumberland Middle School's ranking?
Northumberland Middle School is ranked #840 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Northumberland Middle School often compared to?
Northumberland Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northumberland Elementary School, Northumberland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% 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 Northumberland Middle School?
279 students attend Northumberland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Northumberland Middle School students are White, 41% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northumberland Middle School?
Northumberland Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northumberland Middle School offer ?
Northumberland Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northumberland Middle School part of?
Northumberland Middle School is part of Northumberland County School District.
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