Seneca Ridge Middle School

98 Seneca Ridge Dr
Sterling, VA 20164
(School attendance zone shown in map)
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 862 students in grades 6-8, Seneca Ridge 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 66% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (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 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 862 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 67%
  • : Bottom 50% in VA
  • : 66% (Btm 50%)
  • : 60% (Btm 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Seneca Ridge Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Seneca Ridge Middle School's student population of 862 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
862 students
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Year Founded
1978
School Calendar
School Motto
Each Student Each Staff Each Family Each Day!

School Rankings

Seneca Ridge 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 Seneca Ridge Middle School is 0.69, 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.
This School
State Level (VA)
#1217 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
66%
68%
(20-21)
60%
69%
(20-21)
45-49%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Asian
15%
8%
Hispanic
42%
20%
Black
5%
21%
White
33%
44%
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.69
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Seneca Ridge Middle School's ranking?
Seneca Ridge Middle School is ranked #1217 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Seneca Ridge Middle School often compared to?
Seneca Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like River Bend Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Seneca Ridge Middle School?
862 students attend Seneca Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Seneca Ridge Middle School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Seneca Ridge Middle School?
Seneca Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Seneca Ridge Middle School offer ?
Seneca Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Seneca Ridge Middle School part of?
Seneca Ridge Middle School is part of Loudoun County School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 862 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 67%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 66% (Btm 50%)
  • : 60% (Btm 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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