Serving 240 students in grades 7-8, John N. Dalton Intermediate ranks in the top 50% 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 77% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 240 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
John N. Dalton Intermediate's student population of 240 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
240 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1986
School Calendar
School Rankings
John N. Dalton Intermediate ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John N. Dalton Intermediate is 0.52, 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
#603 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)77%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
10%
19%
Black
10%
22%
White
67%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John N. Dalton Intermediate's ranking?
John N. Dalton Intermediate is ranked #603 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are John N. Dalton Intermediate often compared to?
John N. Dalton Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Auburn 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 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend John N. Dalton Intermediate?
240 students attend John N. Dalton Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of John N. Dalton Intermediate students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John N. Dalton Intermediate?
John N. Dalton Intermediate has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does John N. Dalton Intermediate offer ?
John N. Dalton Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John N. Dalton Intermediate part of?
John N. Dalton Intermediate is part of Radford City Public Schools.
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