Serving 459 students in grades Prekindergarten-7, Eastern Elementary 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 71% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eastern Elementary Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Eastern Elementary Middle School's student population of 459 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
459 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1985
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
30
School Motto
Committed to Excellence
School Rankings
Eastern Elementary 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 Eastern Elementary Middle School is 0.12, 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
#1151 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)71%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-79%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
2%
19%
Black
1%
22%
White
94%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
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 Eastern Elementary Middle School's ranking?
Eastern Elementary Middle School is ranked #1151 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Eastern Elementary Middle School often compared to?
Eastern Elementary Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Macy Mcclaugherty Elementary Middle School, Kipps Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Eastern Elementary Middle School?
459 students attend Eastern Elementary Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Eastern Elementary Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eastern Elementary Middle School?
Eastern Elementary Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Eastern Elementary Middle School offer ?
Eastern Elementary Middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-7 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Eastern Elementary Middle School part of?
Eastern Elementary Middle School is part of Giles County School District.
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