Serving 466 students in grades 6-8, Buckingham County 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 31% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buckingham County Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Buckingham County Middle School's student population of 466 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
466 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Buckingham County 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 Buckingham County Middle School is 0.62, 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
#1566 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)31%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
4%
19%
Black
37%
22%
White
49%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buckingham County Middle School's ranking?
Buckingham County Middle School is ranked #1566 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Buckingham County Middle School?
466 students attend Buckingham County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Buckingham County Middle School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Buckingham County Middle School offer ?
Buckingham County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Buckingham County Middle School part of?
Buckingham County Middle School is part of Buckingham County School District.
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