Serving 976 students in grades 6-8, Mary Passage 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 51% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 976 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mary Passage Middle School's student population of 976 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
976 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mary Passage 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 Mary Passage Middle School is 0.67, 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
#1524 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)53%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
16%
19%
Black
51%
22%
White
20%
44%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
9%
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 Mary Passage Middle School's ranking?
Mary Passage Middle School is ranked #1524 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Mary Passage Middle School often compared to?
Mary Passage Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ella J. Fitzgerald Middle School, Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Mary Passage Middle School?
976 students attend Mary Passage Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Mary Passage Middle School students are Black, 20% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mary Passage Middle School?
Mary Passage Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mary Passage Middle School offer ?
Mary Passage Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mary Passage Middle School part of?
Mary Passage Middle School is part of Newport News City School District.
In what neighborhood is Mary Passage Middle School located?
Mary Passage Middle School is located in the North Newport News neighborhood of Newport News, VA. There are 13 other public schools located in North Newport News.
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