Serving 1,702 students in grades 6-8, Glasgow 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 55% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,702 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Glasgow Middle School's student population of 1,702 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 123 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,702 students
Total Classroom Teachers
123 teachers
Year Founded
1958
School Calendar
School Rankings
Glasgow 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 Glasgow Middle School is 0.64, 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
#1446 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)56%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)54%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
8%
Hispanic
55%
20%
Black
9%
21%
White
21%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
11%
5%
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 Glasgow Middle School's ranking?
Glasgow Middle School is ranked #1446 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Glasgow Middle School often compared to?
Glasgow Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Twain Middle School, Holmes Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Glasgow Middle School?
1,702 students attend Glasgow Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Glasgow Middle School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glasgow Middle School?
Glasgow Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Glasgow Middle School offer ?
Glasgow Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Glasgow Middle School part of?
Glasgow Middle School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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