Serving 834 students in grades 6-8, Pocahontas Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 834 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pocahontas Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pocahontas Middle School's student population of 834 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
834 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pocahontas Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pocahontas Middle School is 0.55, 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
#614 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)74%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)78%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
8%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
11%
22%
White
65%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pocahontas Middle School's ranking?
Pocahontas Middle School is ranked #614 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Pocahontas Middle School often compared to?
Pocahontas Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Short Pump Middle School, Tuckahoe Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Pocahontas Middle School?
834 students attend Pocahontas Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Pocahontas Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pocahontas Middle School?
Pocahontas Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pocahontas Middle School offer ?
Pocahontas Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Pocahontas Middle School part of?
Pocahontas Middle School is part of Henrico County School District.
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