Serving 306 students in grades 6-8, Fort Chiswell Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 306 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fort Chiswell Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Fort Chiswell Middle School's student population of 306 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
306 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fort Chiswell 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 Fort Chiswell Middle School is 0.08, 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
#310 out of 1792 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)83%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
1%
19%
Black
n/a
22%
White
96%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort Chiswell Middle School's ranking?
Fort Chiswell Middle School is ranked #310 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Fort Chiswell Middle School often compared to?
Fort Chiswell Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rural Retreat Middle School, Scott Memorial Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Fort Chiswell Middle School?
306 students attend Fort Chiswell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Fort Chiswell Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fort Chiswell Middle School?
Fort Chiswell Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fort Chiswell Middle School offer ?
Fort Chiswell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Fort Chiswell Middle School part of?
Fort Chiswell Middle School is part of Wythe County School District.
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