Serving 495 students in grades 6-8, Richlands Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (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 3% 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: 495 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Richlands Middle School's student population of 495 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
495 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Richlands Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richlands Middle School is 0.06, 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
#811 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)58%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)71%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
1%
19%
Black
n/a
22%
White
97%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richlands Middle School's ranking?
Richlands Middle School is ranked #811 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Richlands Middle School?
495 students attend Richlands Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Richlands Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richlands Middle School?
Richlands Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Richlands Middle School offer ?
Richlands Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Richlands Middle School part of?
Richlands Middle School is part of Tazewell County School District.
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