Serving 674 students in grades 6-8, C. Alton Lindsay 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 50% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (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 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 674 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
C. Alton Lindsay Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
C. Alton Lindsay Middle School's student population of 674 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
674 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Lions
School Rankings
C. Alton Lindsay 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 C. Alton Lindsay Middle School is 0.44, 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
#1467 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)57%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
74%
22%
White
9%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is C. Alton Lindsay Middle School's ranking?
C. Alton Lindsay Middle School is ranked #1467 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend C. Alton Lindsay Middle School?
674 students attend C. Alton Lindsay Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of C. Alton Lindsay Middle School students are Black, 9% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of C. Alton Lindsay Middle School?
C. Alton Lindsay Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does C. Alton Lindsay Middle School offer ?
C. Alton Lindsay Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is C. Alton Lindsay Middle School part of?
C. Alton Lindsay Middle School is part of Hampton City ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools.
In what neighborhood is C. Alton Lindsay Middle School located?
C. Alton Lindsay Middle School is located in the Briarfield neighborhood of Hampton, VA. There are 3 other public schools located in Briarfield.
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