Serving 607 students in grades 6-8, Journey Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is approximately equal to 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 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 607 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Journey Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Journey Middle School's student population of 607 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
607 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Journey Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Journey Middle School is 0.74, which is more 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
#629 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥80%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
8%
Hispanic
28%
19%
Black
24%
22%
White
35%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Journey Middle School's ranking?
Journey Middle School is ranked #629 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Journey Middle School often compared to?
Journey Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeside Middle School, Joseph T. Henley Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Journey Middle School?
607 students attend Journey Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Journey Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Journey Middle School?
Journey Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Journey Middle School offer ?
Journey Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Journey Middle School part of?
Journey Middle School is part of Albemarle County School District.
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