Serving 438 students in grades 6-8, Ridgeview 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 57% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 438 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ridgeview Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Ridgeview Middle School's student population of 438 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
438 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ridgeview 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 Ridgeview Middle School is 0.04, 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
#755 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)57%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)72%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
1%
19%
Black
1%
22%
White
98%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
11%
6%
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 Ridgeview Middle School's ranking?
Ridgeview Middle School is ranked #755 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?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Ridgeview Middle School?
438 students attend Ridgeview Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Ridgeview Middle School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ridgeview Middle School?
Ridgeview Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ridgeview Middle School offer ?
Ridgeview Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ridgeview Middle School part of?
Ridgeview Middle School is part of Dickenson County School District.
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