Serving 338 students in grades 5-8, Coeburn Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher 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 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 338 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Coeburn Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Coeburn Middle School's student population of 338 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
338 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Coeburn Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Coeburn Middle School is 0.10, 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
#317 out of 1792 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)76%
54%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80%
69%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
1%
19%

Black
2%
22%

White
95%
44%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
55%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
6%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Coeburn Middle School's ranking?
Coeburn Middle School is ranked #317 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Coeburn Middle School?
338 students attend Coeburn Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Coeburn Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Coeburn Middle School?
Coeburn Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Coeburn Middle School offer ?
Coeburn Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Coeburn Middle School part of?
Coeburn Middle School is part of Wise County School District.
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