Serving 483 students in grades 6-8, Addison Aerospace Magnet 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 25% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is lower 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 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 483 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Addison Aerospace Magnet Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Addison Aerospace Magnet Middle School's student population of 483 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
483 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Addison Aerospace Magnet Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Addison Aerospace Magnet Middle School is 0.49, 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
#1536 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)31%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
10%
19%
Black
69%
22%
White
15%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Addison Aerospace Magnet Middle School's ranking?
Addison Aerospace Magnet Middle School is ranked #1536 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Addison Aerospace Magnet Middle School often compared to?
Addison Aerospace Magnet Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James Madison Middle School, Breckinridge Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Addison Aerospace Magnet Middle School?
483 students attend Addison Aerospace Magnet Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Addison Aerospace Magnet Middle School students are Black, 15% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Addison Aerospace Magnet Middle School?
Addison Aerospace Magnet Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Addison Aerospace Magnet Middle School offer ?
Addison Aerospace Magnet Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Addison Aerospace Magnet Middle School part of?
Addison Aerospace Magnet Middle School is part of Roanoke City School District.
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