Serving 1,348 students in grades 6-8, Landstown Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,348 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Landstown Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Landstown Middle School's student population of 1,348 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,348 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Landstown 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 Landstown Middle School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#489 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)64%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)81%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)85%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
7%
Hispanic
13%
18%
Black
24%
22%
White
38%
46%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Landstown Middle School's ranking?
Landstown Middle School is ranked #489 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Landstown Middle School often compared to?
Landstown Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Princess Anne Middle School, Salem Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Landstown Middle School?
1,348 students attend Landstown Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Landstown Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Landstown Middle School?
Landstown Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Landstown Middle School offer ?
Landstown Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Landstown Middle School part of?
Landstown Middle School is part of Va Beach City PBLC Schs School District.
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