Northampton Middle School serves 390 students in grades 6-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 was higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 64% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
390 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
11%
19%
Black
52%
22%
White
36%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Northampton Middle School?
390 students attend Northampton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Northampton Middle School students are Black, 36% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northampton Middle School?
Northampton Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northampton Middle School offer ?
Northampton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Northampton Middle School part of?
Northampton Middle School is part of Northampton County Public Schools.
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