Middle Schools in Colonial Heights City Public Schools

Colonial Heights City Public Schools has only one middle school, Colonial Heights Middle, which serves students in grades 6-8. Located in the city of Colonial Heights, Virginia, the school has a diverse student population with a high percentage of low-income families, as indicated by the 85.45% free/reduced lunch rate.

Colonial Heights Middle's academic performance is mixed, with some subject areas like 8th grade Algebra I and Civics/Economics exceeding state averages, while others like 6th-8th grade Math and Reading fall below. The school has a 2-star rating and ranks in the bottom third of Virginia middle schools, suggesting room for improvement. However, the school's relatively low student-teacher ratio of 11.5 to 1 could be a positive factor in supporting student learning.

Compared to state averages, Colonial Heights Middle has higher proficiency rates in 8th grade Algebra I and Civics/Economics, but lower proficiency in 6th-8th grade Math, Reading, Science, and 8th grade Writing. The school's high poverty rate, as indicated by the free/reduced lunch percentage, may be a contributing factor to its academic challenges. Overall, Colonial Heights City Public Schools has one middle school that is performing below average, with opportunities for growth in core academic areas.