Serving 616 students in grades 6-8, Goochland Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 616 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Goochland Middle School's student population of 616 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
616 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Year Founded
2025
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Motto
Excellence in Education
School Rankings
Goochland Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Goochland Middle School is 0.47, 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
#595 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)73%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)62%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
14%
21%
White
71%
44%
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Goochland Middle School's ranking?
Goochland Middle School is ranked #595 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Goochland Middle School often compared to?
Goochland Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Goochland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Goochland Middle School?
616 students attend Goochland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Goochland Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Goochland Middle School?
Goochland Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Goochland Middle School offer ?
Goochland Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Goochland Middle School part of?
Goochland Middle School is part of Goochland County School District.
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