Serving 791 students in grades 6-8, Battlefield 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 37% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 791 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Battlefield Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Battlefield Middle School's student population of 791 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
791 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Battlefield 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 Battlefield Middle School is 0.75, 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
#1266 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)37%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)64%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
33%
19%
Black
21%
22%
White
31%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Battlefield Middle School's ranking?
Battlefield Middle School is ranked #1266 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Battlefield Middle School often compared to?
Battlefield Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chancellor Middle School, Freedom Middle School, Thornburg Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Battlefield Middle School?
791 students attend Battlefield Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Battlefield Middle School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Battlefield Middle School?
Battlefield Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Battlefield Middle School offer ?
Battlefield Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Battlefield Middle School part of?
Battlefield Middle School is part of Spotsylvania County School District.
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