Serving 1,332 students in grades 6-8, Princess Anne 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 85% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% 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: 1,332 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Princess Anne 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
Princess Anne Middle School's student population of 1,332 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,332 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Princess Anne 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 Princess Anne Middle School is 0.45, 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
#175 out of 1792 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)79%
54%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)85%
69%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)88%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
8%

Hispanic
11%
19%

Black
4%
22%

White
73%
44%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
55%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Princess Anne Middle School's ranking?
Princess Anne Middle School is ranked #175 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Princess Anne Middle School often compared to?
Princess Anne Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Landstown Middle School, Great Neck 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 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Princess Anne Middle School?
1,332 students attend Princess Anne Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Princess Anne Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Princess Anne Middle School?
Princess Anne Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Princess Anne Middle School offer ?
Princess Anne Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Princess Anne Middle School part of?
Princess Anne Middle School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.
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