Serving 609 students in grades 6-8, Tunstall Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher 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 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 609 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tunstall Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Tunstall Middle School's student population of 609 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
609 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Tunstall 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 Tunstall Middle School is 0.48, 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
#502 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)82%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
15%
21%
White
70%
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)
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Pittsylvania County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tunstall Middle School's ranking?
Tunstall Middle School is ranked #502 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Tunstall Middle School often compared to?
Tunstall Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chatham Middle School, Dan River Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Tunstall Middle School?
609 students attend Tunstall Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Tunstall Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tunstall Middle School?
Tunstall Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tunstall Middle School offer ?
Tunstall Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Tunstall Middle School part of?
Tunstall Middle School is part of Pittsylvania County School District.
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