Serving 1,358 students in grades 7-8, Carson Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,358 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Carson Middle School's student population of 1,358 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 120 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,358 students
Total Classroom Teachers
120 teachers
Year Founded
1998
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carson Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carson Middle School is 0.71, 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
#50 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)92%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)88%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
43%
8%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
12%
21%
White
28%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Fairfax County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carson Middle School's ranking?
Carson Middle School is ranked #50 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Carson Middle School often compared to?
Carson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Middle School, Rocky Run Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Carson Middle School?
1,358 students attend Carson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Carson Middle School students are Asian, 28% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carson Middle School?
Carson Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carson Middle School offer ?
Carson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Carson Middle School part of?
Carson Middle School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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