Serving 624 students in grades 6-8, Breckinridge 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 23% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (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 83% of the student body (majority Black), 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: 624 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Breckinridge Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Breckinridge Middle School's student population of 624 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
624 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Breckinridge 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 Breckinridge Middle School is 0.69, which is less 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
#1570 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)23%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)52%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)33%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
30%
19%
Black
44%
22%
White
17%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Breckinridge Middle School's ranking?
Breckinridge Middle School is ranked #1570 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Breckinridge Middle School often compared to?
Breckinridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Addison Aerospace Magnet Middle School, James Madison Middle School, John P. Fishwick Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Breckinridge Middle School?
624 students attend Breckinridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Breckinridge Middle School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Breckinridge Middle School?
Breckinridge Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Breckinridge Middle School offer ?
Breckinridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Breckinridge Middle School part of?
Breckinridge Middle School is part of Roanoke City School District.
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