Serving 305 students in grades 6-8, Scott Memorial Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 305 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Scott Memorial Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Scott Memorial Middle School's student population of 305 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
305 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Scott Memorial Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Scott Memorial Middle School is 0.29, 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
#357 out of 1792 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)73%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)79%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-84%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
4%
19%
Black
8%
22%
White
84%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scott Memorial Middle School's ranking?
Scott Memorial Middle School is ranked #357 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Scott Memorial Middle School often compared to?
Scott Memorial Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rural Retreat Middle School, Fort Chiswell Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Scott Memorial Middle School?
305 students attend Scott Memorial Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Scott Memorial Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Scott Memorial Middle School?
Scott Memorial Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Scott Memorial Middle School offer ?
Scott Memorial Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Scott Memorial Middle School part of?
Scott Memorial Middle School is part of Wythe County School District.
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