Serving 1,000 students in grades 6-8, Caroline 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 46% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,000 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Caroline Middle School's student population of 1,000 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,000 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Year Founded
2024
School Calendar
School Rankings
Caroline 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 Caroline 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1341 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)67%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
14%
19%
Black
26%
22%
White
47%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Caroline Middle School's ranking?
Caroline Middle School is ranked #1341 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?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Caroline Middle School?
1,000 students attend Caroline Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Caroline Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Caroline Middle School?
Caroline Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Caroline Middle School offer ?
Caroline Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Caroline Middle School part of?
Caroline Middle School is part of Caroline County School District.
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