Serving 1,097 students in grades 6-8, Ethel M. Gildersleeve 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 47% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,097 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle School's student population of 1,097 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,097 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
School Rankings
Ethel M. Gildersleeve 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 Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle School is 0.73, 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
#1230 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)47%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)58%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)46%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
23%
19%
Black
34%
22%
White
31%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
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 Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle School's ranking?
Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle School is ranked #1230 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle School often compared to?
Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mary Passage Middle School, Homer L. Hines Middle School, Crittenden Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle School?
1,097 students attend Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle School?
Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle School offer ?
Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle School part of?
Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle School is part of Newport News City School District.
In what neighborhood is Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle School located?
Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle School is located in the Central Newport News neighborhood of Newport News, VA. There are 5 other public schools located in Central Newport News.
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