Serving 318 students in grades 6-8, Galax 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 52% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 318 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Galax Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Galax Middle School's student population of 318 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
318 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Galax 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 Galax Middle School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#931 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
36%
18%
Black
6%
22%
White
55%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Galax Middle School's ranking?
Galax Middle School is ranked #931 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?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Galax Middle School?
318 students attend Galax Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Galax Middle School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Galax Middle School?
Galax Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Galax Middle School offer ?
Galax Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Galax Middle School part of?
Galax Middle School is part of Galax City PBLC Schs School District.
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