Serving 929 students in grades 6-8, Stafford 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 52% (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 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 929 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stafford Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Stafford Middle School's student population of 929 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
929 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Stafford 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 Stafford Middle School is 0.75, which is more 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
#1349 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)63%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
8%
Hispanic
29%
19%
Black
31%
22%
White
25%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
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 Stafford Middle School's ranking?
Stafford Middle School is ranked #1349 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Stafford Middle School often compared to?
Stafford Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like H.h. Poole Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% 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 Stafford Middle School?
929 students attend Stafford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Stafford Middle School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stafford Middle School?
Stafford Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Stafford Middle School offer ?
Stafford Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Stafford Middle School part of?
Stafford Middle School is part of Stafford County ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools.
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