Serving 254 students in grades 6-8, Glade Spring Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 254 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glade Spring Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Glade Spring Middle School's student population of 254 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
254 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Glade Spring Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glade Spring Middle School is 0.15, 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
#524 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)74%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
5%
19%
Black
1%
22%
White
92%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glade Spring Middle School's ranking?
Glade Spring Middle School is ranked #524 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Glade Spring Middle School often compared to?
Glade Spring Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like E.b. Stanley 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 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Glade Spring Middle School?
254 students attend Glade Spring Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Glade Spring Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glade Spring Middle School?
Glade Spring Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Glade Spring Middle School offer ?
Glade Spring Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Glade Spring Middle School part of?
Glade Spring Middle School is part of Washington County School District.
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