Serving 155 students in grades 6-7, Joseph P. King Jr. 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 155 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joseph P. King Jr. Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Joseph P. King Jr. Middle School's student population of 155 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
155 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
2015
School Calendar
School Rankings
Joseph P. King Jr. 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 Joseph P. King Jr. 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
#1639 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)53%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
4%
19%
Black
84%
22%
White
8%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
6%
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 Joseph P. King Jr. Middle School's ranking?
Joseph P. King Jr. Middle School is ranked #1639 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Joseph P. King Jr. Middle School?
155 students attend Joseph P. King Jr. Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Joseph P. King Jr. Middle School students are Black, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joseph P. King Jr. Middle School?
Joseph P. King Jr. Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Joseph P. King Jr. Middle School offer ?
Joseph P. King Jr. Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-7 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Joseph P. King Jr. Middle School part of?
Joseph P. King Jr. Middle School is part of Franklin City School District.
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