Serving 1,148 students in grades 7-8, Kilmer 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 71% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,148 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kilmer Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Kilmer Middle School's student population of 1,148 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,148 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kilmer 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 Kilmer Middle School is 0.70, 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
#279 out of 1792 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)71%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)84%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)74%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
25%
7%
Hispanic
18%
19%
Black
4%
22%
White
45%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kilmer Middle School's ranking?
Kilmer Middle School is ranked #279 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Kilmer Middle School often compared to?
Kilmer Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thoreau Middle School, Longfellow Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Kilmer Middle School?
1,148 students attend Kilmer Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Kilmer Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kilmer Middle School?
Kilmer Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kilmer Middle School offer ?
Kilmer Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Kilmer Middle School part of?
Kilmer Middle School is part of Fairfax County School District.
School Reviews
5 2/9/2024
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