Serving 119 students in grades 6-7, Parry Mccluer Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 119 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parry Mccluer Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Parry Mccluer Middle School's student population of 119 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
119 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Parry Mccluer 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 Parry Mccluer Middle School is 0.35, 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
#391 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)80-84%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
5%
19%
Black
5%
22%
White
80%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
11%
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 Parry Mccluer Middle School's ranking?
Parry Mccluer Middle School is ranked #391 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Parry Mccluer Middle School?
119 students attend Parry Mccluer Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Parry Mccluer Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Parry Mccluer Middle School?
Parry Mccluer Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Parry Mccluer Middle School offer ?
Parry Mccluer Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-7 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Parry Mccluer Middle School part of?
Parry Mccluer Middle School is part of Buena Vista City School District.
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