Serving 451 students in grades 6-8, Poquoson Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
Minority enrollment is 11% 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: 451 students
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Poquoson 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
School Overview
Poquoson Middle School's student population of 451 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
451 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Poquoson Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Poquoson Middle School is 0.21, 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
#131 out of 1792 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)79%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)87%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-84%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
5%
19%
Black
1%
22%
White
89%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
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 Poquoson Middle School's ranking?
Poquoson Middle School is ranked #131 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Poquoson Middle School often compared to?
Poquoson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tabb Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Poquoson Middle School?
451 students attend Poquoson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Poquoson Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Poquoson Middle School offer ?
Poquoson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Poquoson Middle School part of?
Poquoson Middle School is part of Poquoson City School District.
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