Serving 933 students in grades 6-8, Bell Creek Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). 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 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 933 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bell Creek Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Bell Creek Middle School's student population of 933 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
933 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bell Creek Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bell Creek Middle School is 0.45, 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
#365 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)77%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)71%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
7%
19%
Black
10%
22%
White
73%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bell Creek Middle School's ranking?
Bell Creek Middle School is ranked #365 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Bell Creek Middle School often compared to?
Bell Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chickahominy Middle School, Oak Knoll Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Bell Creek Middle School?
933 students attend Bell Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Bell Creek Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bell Creek Middle School?
Bell Creek Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bell Creek Middle School offer ?
Bell Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bell Creek Middle School part of?
Bell Creek Middle School is part of Hanover County School District.
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