George Washington Middle School in Alexandria, Virginia, is located at 1005 Mount Vernon Avenue, part of Alexandria City Public Schools. Named after the nation's first president, it originally opened in 1935 as a high school; it consolidated the city's two previous schools, Alexandria and George Mason.
Serving 1,358 students in grades 6-8, George Washington 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 61% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). 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 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,358 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
George Washington Middle School's student population of 1,358 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 104 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,358 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
104 teachers
Year Founded
1935
School Rankings
George Washington 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 George Washington Middle School is 0.69, 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
#1081 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)64%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
41%
19%
Black
19%
22%
White
33%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 George Washington Middle School's ranking?
George Washington Middle School is ranked #1081 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are George Washington Middle School often compared to?
George Washington Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Francis C. Hammond Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend George Washington Middle School?
1,358 students attend George Washington Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of George Washington Middle School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George Washington Middle School?
George Washington Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does George Washington Middle School offer ?
George Washington Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is George Washington Middle School part of?
George Washington Middle School is part of Alexandria City School District.
In what neighborhood is George Washington Middle School located?
George Washington Middle School is located in the Potomac West neighborhood of Alexandria, VA. There are 2 other public schools located in Potomac West.
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