Serving 276 students in grades 7-8, Gate City Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 87% (which is higher 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 10:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 276 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gate City Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Gate City Middle School's student population of 276 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
276 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
2024
School Motto
'Every Child, Every Opportunity'
School Rankings
Gate City Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gate City Middle School is 0.10, 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
#461 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)71%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
2%
20%
Black
1%
21%
White
95%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Scott County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gate City Middle School's ranking?
Gate City Middle School is ranked #461 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% 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 Gate City Middle School?
276 students attend Gate City Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Gate City Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gate City Middle School?
Gate City Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gate City Middle School offer ?
Gate City Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Gate City Middle School part of?
Gate City Middle School is part of Scott County School District.
School Reviews
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