Serving 436 students in grades 6-8, William H. Ruffner Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William H. Ruffner Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
William H. Ruffner Middle School's student population of 436 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
436 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
William H. Ruffner Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William H. Ruffner Middle School is 0.10, 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
#1775 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)11%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)10-14%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
3%
19%
Black
95%
22%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William H. Ruffner Middle School's ranking?
William H. Ruffner Middle School is ranked #1775 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are William H. Ruffner Middle School often compared to?
William H. Ruffner Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Norview Middle School, Blair Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend William H. Ruffner Middle School?
436 students attend William H. Ruffner Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of William H. Ruffner Middle School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of William H. Ruffner Middle School?
William H. Ruffner Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does William H. Ruffner Middle School offer ?
William H. Ruffner Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is William H. Ruffner Middle School part of?
William H. Ruffner Middle School is part of Norfolk City School District.
In what neighborhood is William H. Ruffner Middle School located?
William H. Ruffner Middle School is located in the South Brambleton neighborhood of Norfolk, VA.
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