Serving 469 students in grades 6-8, Arcadia 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 55% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arcadia Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Arcadia Middle School's student population of 469 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
469 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Arcadia Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arcadia Middle School is 0.67, 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
#1452 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)54%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Hispanic
34%
20%
Black
40%
21%
White
24%
44%
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arcadia Middle School's ranking?
Arcadia Middle School is ranked #1452 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Arcadia Middle School?
469 students attend Arcadia Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Arcadia Middle School students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arcadia Middle School?
Arcadia Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Arcadia Middle School offer ?
Arcadia Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Arcadia Middle School part of?
Arcadia Middle School is part of Accomack County School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
I do not feel this school educates our children in what they really need to be learning. They never send home anything to inform the parents of whats going on in school or homework. Homework helps the parents understand what is going on with our children and what they are learning. The reportcards are not easy to understand. This school system here is a joke.
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