Serving 468 students in grades 6-8, Nandua Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 71% (which is higher 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 11:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nandua Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Nandua Middle School's student population of 468 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
468 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Nandua 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 Nandua Middle School is 0.68, 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
#918 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)67%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
19%
19%
Black
41%
22%
White
35%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
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 Nandua Middle School's ranking?
Nandua Middle School is ranked #918 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Nandua Middle School often compared to?
Nandua Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arcadia Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% 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 Nandua Middle School?
468 students attend Nandua Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Nandua Middle School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nandua Middle School?
Nandua Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nandua Middle School offer ?
Nandua Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nandua Middle School part of?
Nandua Middle School is part of Accomack County School District.
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