Serving 612 students in grades 6-8, Staunton River 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 52% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 612 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Staunton River Middle School's student population of 612 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
612 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Staunton River 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 Staunton River Middle School is 0.29, 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
#1319 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
5%
20%
Black
5%
21%
White
84%
44%
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Staunton River Middle School's ranking?
Staunton River Middle School is ranked #1319 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Staunton River Middle School often compared to?
Staunton River Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Staunton River High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Staunton River Middle School?
612 students attend Staunton River Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Staunton River Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Staunton River Middle School?
Staunton River Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Staunton River Middle School offer ?
Staunton River Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Staunton River Middle School part of?
Staunton River Middle School is part of Bedford County School District.
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