Serving 248 students in grades 7-8, Nottoway 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 30% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (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 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 248 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nottoway 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
Nottoway Middle School's student population of 248 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
248 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Nottoway Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nottoway Middle School is 0.65, 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
#1518 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
13%
19%
Black
48%
22%
White
33%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
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 Nottoway Middle School's ranking?
Nottoway Middle School is ranked #1518 out of 1,792 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?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Nottoway Middle School?
248 students attend Nottoway Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Nottoway Middle School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nottoway Middle School?
Nottoway Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nottoway Middle School offer ?
Nottoway Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nottoway Middle School part of?
Nottoway Middle School is part of Nottoway County School District.
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