Serving 1,194 students in grades 7-8, Thoreau Middle School ranks in the top 10% 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 75% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (which is higher 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 48% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,194 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thoreau Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Thoreau Middle School's student population of 1,194 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,194 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Thoreau Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thoreau Middle School is 0.66, 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
#156 out of 1792 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)90%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)81%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
20%
7%
Hispanic
16%
19%
Black
4%
22%
White
52%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thoreau Middle School's ranking?
Thoreau Middle School is ranked #156 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Thoreau Middle School often compared to?
Thoreau Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kilmer Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Thoreau Middle School?
1,194 students attend Thoreau Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Thoreau Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thoreau Middle School?
Thoreau Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Thoreau Middle School offer ?
Thoreau Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Thoreau Middle School part of?
Thoreau Middle School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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