Serving 699 students in grades 6-8, Toano Middle School 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 60% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (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 41% 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: 699 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Toano Middle School's student population of 699 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
699 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Toano 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 Toano Middle School is 0.61, 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
#802 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
17%
22%
White
59%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
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 Toano Middle School's ranking?
Toano Middle School is ranked #802 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Toano Middle School often compared to?
Toano Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lois Hornsby Middle School, Berkeley Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Toano Middle School?
699 students attend Toano Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Toano Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Toano Middle School?
Toano Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Toano Middle School offer ?
Toano Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Toano Middle School part of?
Toano Middle School is part of Williamsburg-James City County School District.
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