Serving 744 students in grades Prekindergarten-7, Eastern Elementary Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% 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: Prekindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 744 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eastern Elementary Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Eastern Elementary Middle School's student population of 744 students has grown by 73% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
744 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Eastern Elementary Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eastern Elementary Middle School is 0.42, 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
#885 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)71%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-79%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
3%
19%
Black
12%
22%
White
75%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eastern Elementary Middle School's ranking?
Eastern Elementary Middle School is ranked #885 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Eastern Elementary Middle School often compared to?
Eastern Elementary Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Macy Mcclaugherty Elementary Middle School, Kipps Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Eastern Elementary Middle School?
744 students attend Eastern Elementary Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Eastern Elementary Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eastern Elementary Middle School?
Eastern Elementary Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Eastern Elementary Middle School offer ?
Eastern Elementary Middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-7 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Eastern Elementary Middle School part of?
Eastern Elementary Middle School is part of Giles County School District.
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