Serving 735 students in grades 6-8, Thornburg 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 46% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (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 62% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 735 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thornburg Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Thornburg Middle School's student population of 735 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
735 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Rankings
Thornburg 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 Thornburg 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
#1295 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)71%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
24%
19%
Black
27%
22%
White
38%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
5%
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 Thornburg Middle School's ranking?
Thornburg Middle School is ranked #1295 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Thornburg Middle School often compared to?
Thornburg Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Post Oak Middle School, Freedom Middle School, Battlefield Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Thornburg Middle School?
735 students attend Thornburg Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Thornburg Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thornburg Middle School?
Thornburg Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Thornburg Middle School offer ?
Thornburg Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thornburg Middle School part of?
Thornburg Middle School is part of Spotsylvania County School District.
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