Serving 952 students in grades 6-8, Shirley C. Heim 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 26% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 952 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shirley C. Heim Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Shirley C. Heim Middle School's student population of 952 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
952 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Shirley C. Heim 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 Shirley C. Heim Middle School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1610 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)26%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)37%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
8%
Hispanic
41%
19%
Black
20%
22%
White
27%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
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 Shirley C. Heim Middle School's ranking?
Shirley C. Heim Middle School is ranked #1610 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Shirley C. Heim Middle School often compared to?
Shirley C. Heim Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rodney E. Thompson Middle School, H.h. Poole Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Shirley C. Heim Middle School?
952 students attend Shirley C. Heim Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Shirley C. Heim Middle School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 20% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shirley C. Heim Middle School?
Shirley C. Heim Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Shirley C. Heim Middle School offer ?
Shirley C. Heim Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Shirley C. Heim Middle School part of?
Shirley C. Heim Middle School is part of Stafford County School District.
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