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Glenvar Middle School

4555 Malus Dr
Salem, VA 24153
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
Serving 424 students in grades 6-8, Glenvar Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 76% (which is higher than 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 17% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 424 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 17%
  • : Top 30% in VA
  • : 81% (Top 30%)
  • : 76% (Top 50%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Glenvar Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Glenvar Middle School's student population of 424 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
424 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers

School Rankings

Glenvar Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glenvar Middle School is 0.31, 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.
This School
State Level (VA)
#499 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(22-23)
81%
68%
(20-21)
76%
69%
(20-21)
70-74%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
5%
19%
Black
5%
22%
White
83%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.31
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
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 Glenvar Middle School's ranking?
Glenvar Middle School is ranked #499 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Glenvar Middle School often compared to?
Glenvar Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glenvar Elementary 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 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Glenvar Middle School?
424 students attend Glenvar Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Glenvar Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glenvar Middle School?
Glenvar Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Glenvar Middle School offer ?
Glenvar Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Glenvar Middle School part of?
Glenvar Middle School is part of Roanoke County School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 424 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 17%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 81% (Top 30%)
  • : 76% (Top 50%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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