Pulaski County Middle

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Pulaski County Middle ranks 274 th of 417 Virginia middle schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.

Summary:

Pulaski County Middle is a public middle school in Pulaski, Virginia, serving 807 students in grades 6-8. While the school has a predominantly white student population, it faces several challenges, including lower-than-average test scores, significant performance gaps between student subgroups, and a high percentage of economically disadvantaged students.

Pulaski County Middle's academic performance generally lags behind nearby schools like Blacksburg Middle and Christiansburg Middle, which consistently outperform it on standardized tests. The school struggles with proficiency in core subjects like Mathematics and English Reading, but it stands out for its exceptional performance in Algebra I and Geometry, with 100% and 90% proficiency rates, respectively. However, the school's performance varies significantly across different student subgroups, with African American and male students performing better than their female and white counterparts, and the school ranking in the bottom quarter of Virginia middle schools for its low-income and disabled student populations.

Pulaski County Middle's high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch (77.08%) and lower spending per student ($6,646) compared to nearby schools may be contributing factors to its academic challenges. The Montgomery County Public Schools district, of which Pulaski County Middle is a part, is ranked 68 out of 130 districts in Virginia and has a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger. While the school faces significant hurdles, its exceptional performance in Algebra and Geometry suggests that it has the potential to improve in other areas with the right resources and strategies.

Detail:

Public 6-8

4396 Lee Highway
Pulaski, VA 24301

(540) 643-0767

District: Pulaski County Public Schools

SchoolDigger Rank:
274^th of 417 Virginia Middle Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $6,646

Students who attend Pulaski County Middle usually attend:

High:

Pulaski County Senior High

Feeder schools for Pulaski County Middle:

Elementary:	Critzer Elementary
	Dublin Elementary
	Pulaski Elementary
	Riverlawn Elementary
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	Snowville Elementary

Student/teacher ratio: 12.9

Number of students: 797

Racial breakdown:

White:

81.8%

Two or more races:

7.8%

African American:

5.5%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 91.3%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details Pulaski County Middle ranks worse than 65.7% of middle schools in Virginia. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 40.51. (See more...)

Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.

Student Body

Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (81.8%), two or more races (7.8%), African American (5.5%). (See more...)

Compare Details 91.3% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Pulaski County Middle is 12.9. (See more...)

Compare Pulaski County Middle employs 61.5 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at Pulaski County Middle is $6,646.

Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Pulaski County Middle:

SchoolDigger ranks Pulaski County Middle 274^th of 417 Virginia public middle schools. (See Pulaski County Middle in the ranking list.)

Middle School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:

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Low Socio Economic Status students:

Female students:

Disabled students:

Male students:

African American students:

White students:

Pulaski County Public Schools:

SchoolDigger ranks Pulaski County Public Schools 68^th of 130 Virginia school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Pulaski County Middle

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Rank History for all students at Pulaski County Middle

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	VA State Percentile
2022	27.82	315^th	415	24.1%
2023	25.61	342^nd	422	19.0%
2024	40.51	274^th	417	34.3%

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Rank History for Multi-racial students at Pulaski County Middle

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	VA State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	8.86	224^th	231	3.0%
2024	18.66	212^th	237	10.5%

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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Pulaski County Middle

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	VA State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2024	39.56	261^st	402	35.1%

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Rank History for Female students at Pulaski County Middle

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	VA State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	21.81	350^th	411	14.8%
2024	34.03	294^th	407	27.8%

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Rank History for Disabled students at Pulaski County Middle

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	VA State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	9.09	271^st	278	2.5%
2024	17.14	241^st	281	14.2%

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Rank History for Male students at Pulaski County Middle

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	VA State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	29.53	311^th	409	24.0%
2024	46.54	233^rd	407	42.8%

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Rank History for African American students at Pulaski County Middle

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	VA State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	34.65	211^th	298	29.2%
2024	59.27	122^nd	299	59.2%

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Rank History for Hispanic students at Pulaski County Middle

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	VA State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	25.14	222^nd	275	19.3%

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Rank History for White students at Pulaski County Middle

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	VA State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	10.22	388^th	402	3.5%
2024	21.98	347^th	396	12.4%

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Data source: test scores: Virginia Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Data source: Virginia Department of Education

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Enrollment information for Pulaski County Middle

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Total
2021	768	48	5	35	1	69	926
2022	745	44	7	42	0	70	908
2023	658	46	6	33	0	64	807
2024	652	44	9	30	0	62	797

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Pulaski County Middle

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2021	926	60.0	15.4	n/a
2022	908	69.3	13.1	n/a
2023	807	64.7	12.4	77.1
2024	797	61.5	12.9	91.3

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Pulaski County Middle

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2021	926	60.0	15.4	n/a
2022	908	69.3	13.1	n/a
2023	807	64.7	12.4	77.1
2024	797	61.5	12.9	91.3

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Pulaski County Middle

Year	Expenditures from Federal Funds	Expenditures from State and Local Funds	Total Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2021	$235 (3.5%)	$6,411 (96.5%)	$6,646

Data source: Virginia Department of Education

Schools Near Pulaski County Middle

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2024)				Ranking (2023)				SOL Geometry (2024)	SOL Algebra I (2024)		SOL Mathematics (2024)			SOL Science (2024)	SOL Earth Science (2024)	SOL English Reading (2024)			SOL Civics and Economics (2024)		Per Pupil Expenditures (2021)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	SchoolDigger Rating (2024)	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	Rank Change from Previous Year	SOL Geometry 8th Grade	SOL Algebra I 7th Grade	SOL Algebra I 8th Grade	SOL Mathematics 6th Grade	SOL Mathematics 7th Grade	SOL Mathematics 8th Grade	SOL Science 8th Grade	SOL Earth Science 8th Grade	SOL English Reading 6th Grade	SOL English Reading 7th Grade	SOL English Reading 8th Grade	SOL Civics and Economics 7th Grade	SOL Civics and Economics 8th Grade	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Pulaski County Middle	Public	6-8	4396 Lee Highway	Pulaski	24301	Pulaski County	Pulaski County Public Schools	No	No	No	No	(540) 643-0767	797	62	12.9	91.3%	652 (81.8%)	44 (5.5%)	30 (3.8%)	9 (1.1%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	62 (7.8%)	40.5	274^th of 417 public middle schools	34.3%		25.6	342^nd of 422 public middle schools	19.0%	68			100.0	54.4	53.7	66.2	61.5		65.8	59.5	64.1	60.8		$6,646	$235	$6,411
John N. Dalton Intermediate	Public	7-8	60 Dalton Dr	Radford	24141	Radford city	Radford City Public Schools	No	No	No	No	(540) 731-3651	240	23	10.2	79.6%	161 (67.1%)	25 (10.4%)	24 (10.0%)	2 (0.8%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	28 (11.7%)	59.6	179^th of 417 public middle schools	57.1%		64	146^th of 422 public middle schools	65.4%	33	100.0	100.0	100.0		72.5	62.0	62.0	100.0		76.2	68.2		66.4	$6,952	$251	$6,701
Fort Chiswell Middle	Public	6-8	101 Pioneer Trail	Max Meadows	24360	Wythe County	Wythe County Public Schools	No	No	No	No	(276) 637-4400	306	21	14.7	76.8%	293 (95.8%)	1 (0.3%)	3 (1.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	9 (2.9%)	70.6	113^th of 417 public middle schools	72.9%		61.4	161^st of 422 public middle schools	61.8%	48			100.0	66.1	88.7	78.8	68.4		71.3	85.6	71.4	81.4		$7,456	$276	$7,181
Auburn Middle	Public	6-8	4163 Riner Rd	Riner	24149	Montgomery County	Montgomery County Public Schools	No	No	No	No	(540) 382-5165	308	26	12.0	46.4%	278 (90.3%)	2 (0.6%)	11 (3.6%)	2 (0.6%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.3%)	14 (4.5%)	51.3	222^nd of 417 public middle schools	46.8%		50.8	212^th of 422 public middle schools	49.8%	10	100.0	100.0	100.0	40.3	54.2	75.9		71.0	65.1	68.4	80.8		84.9	$10,795	$09	$10,786
Blacksburg Middle	Public	6-8	3109 Price's Fork Rd.	Blacksburg	24060	Montgomery County	Montgomery County Public Schools	No	No	No	No	(540) 951-5800	987	69	14.2	25.5%	737 (74.7%)	39 (4.0%)	85 (8.6%)	77 (7.8%)	1 (0.1%)	0 (0.0%)	48 (4.9%)	65.4	143^rd of 417 public middle schools	65.7%		70.9	117^th of 422 public middle schools	72.3%	26	100.0	100.0	98.4	60.2	41.3	63.0		81.4	79.6	77.9	83.7		87.4	$7,825	$208	$7,617
Christiansburg Middle	Public	6-8	1205 Buffalo Drive NW	Christiansburg	24073	Montgomery County	Montgomery County Public Schools	No	No	No	No	(540) 394-2180	760	59	12.8	40.7%	588 (77.4%)	46 (6.1%)	66 (8.7%)	8 (1.1%)	2 (0.3%)	0 (0.0%)	50 (6.6%)	30.5	317^th of 417 public middle schools	24.0%		38.6	279^th of 422 public middle schools	33.9%	38	100.0	98.4	100.0	53.4	32.4	33.1		53.2	68.9	69.4	60.0		64.4	$7,840	$158	$7,682

Frequently Asked Questions about Pulaski County Middle

Is Pulaski County Middle a good school?

Pulaski County Middle ranks 274^th of 417 Virginia middle schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.

What high school do graduates of Pulaski County Middle attend?

Students who attend Pulaski County Middle usually go on to attend Pulaski County Senior High

What district is Pulaski County Middle in?

Pulaski County Public Schools

What is the racial makeup of Pulaski County Middle?

Students at Pulaski County Middle are 82% White, 8% Two or more races, 6% African American, 4% Hispanic, 1% Asian.

How many students attend Pulaski County Middle?

In the 2023-24 school year, 797 students attended Pulaski County Middle.

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