Serving 1,200 students in grades 6-8, Herbert J. Saunders Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (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 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,200 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Herbert J. Saunders Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Herbert J. Saunders Middle School's student population of 1,200 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,200 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
School Rankings
Herbert J. Saunders 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 Herbert J. Saunders Middle School is 0.76, which is more 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
#561 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)78%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
8%
Hispanic
33%
19%
Black
18%
22%
White
29%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Herbert J. Saunders Middle School's ranking?
Herbert J. Saunders Middle School is ranked #561 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Herbert J. Saunders Middle School often compared to?
Herbert J. Saunders Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Louise A. Benton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Herbert J. Saunders Middle School?
1,200 students attend Herbert J. Saunders Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Herbert J. Saunders Middle School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Herbert J. Saunders Middle School?
Herbert J. Saunders Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Herbert J. Saunders Middle School offer ?
Herbert J. Saunders Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Herbert J. Saunders Middle School part of?
Herbert J. Saunders Middle School is part of Prince William County School District.
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