Serving 526 students in grades 7-8, Cradock 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 526 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cradock Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cradock Middle School's student population of 526 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
526 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cradock 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 Cradock Middle School is 0.37, 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
#1373 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-39%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
79%
22%
White
7%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
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 Cradock Middle School's ranking?
Cradock Middle School is ranked #1373 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Cradock Middle School often compared to?
Cradock Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Churchland Middle School, William E. Waters Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Cradock Middle School?
526 students attend Cradock Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Cradock Middle School students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cradock Middle School?
Cradock Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cradock Middle School offer ?
Cradock Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Cradock Middle School part of?
Cradock Middle School is part of Portsmouth City School District.
In what neighborhood is Cradock Middle School located?
Cradock Middle School is located in the Cradock neighborhood of Portsmouth, VA. There are 1 other public schools located in Cradock.
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