Serving 622 students in grades 6-8, Covington 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 37% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (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 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 622 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Covington Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Covington Middle School's student population of 622 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
622 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
Covington Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Covington Middle School is 0.31, 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
#1286 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)37%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)62%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
5%
19%
Black
7%
22%
White
83%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Covington Middle School's ranking?
Covington Middle School is ranked #1286 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Covington Middle School?
622 students attend Covington Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Covington Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Covington Middle School?
Covington Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Covington Middle School offer ?
Covington Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Covington Middle School part of?
Covington Middle School is part of Alleghany Highlands School District.
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