Serving 599 students in grades 6-8, Goochland 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 48% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 599 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Goochland Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Goochland Middle School's student population of 599 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
599 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Goochland 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 Goochland Middle School is 0.46, 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
#928 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)48%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)73%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)62%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
10%
19%
Black
13%
22%
White
72%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Goochland Middle School's ranking?
Goochland Middle School is ranked #928 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Goochland Middle School often compared to?
Goochland Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Goochland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Goochland Middle School?
599 students attend Goochland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Goochland Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Goochland Middle School?
Goochland Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Goochland Middle School offer ?
Goochland Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Goochland Middle School part of?
Goochland Middle School is part of Goochland County School District.
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