Serving 466 students in grades 6-8, Prospect Heights 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 53% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (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 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prospect Heights Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Prospect Heights Middle School's student population of 466 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
466 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Prospect Heights 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 Prospect Heights Middle School is 0.60, 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
#1343 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)63%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
15%
21%
White
59%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Yellow Jackets
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prospect Heights Middle School's ranking?
Prospect Heights Middle School is ranked #1343 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Prospect Heights Middle School often compared to?
Prospect Heights Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Locust Grove Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Prospect Heights Middle School?
466 students attend Prospect Heights Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Prospect Heights Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prospect Heights Middle School?
Prospect Heights Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Prospect Heights Middle School offer ?
Prospect Heights Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Prospect Heights Middle School part of?
Prospect Heights Middle School is part of Orange County School District.
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