Serving 1,159 students in grades 6-8, Trailside Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 61% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,159 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Trailside Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Trailside Middle School's student population of 1,159 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,159 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Trailside 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 Trailside Middle School is 0.69, 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
#496 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)61%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)82%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)73%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
23%
8%
Hispanic
14%
19%
Black
8%
22%
White
48%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
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 Trailside Middle School's ranking?
Trailside Middle School is ranked #496 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Trailside Middle School often compared to?
Trailside Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eagle Ridge Middle School, Stone Hill Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Trailside Middle School?
1,159 students attend Trailside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Trailside Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Trailside Middle School?
Trailside Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Trailside Middle School offer ?
Trailside Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Trailside Middle School part of?
Trailside Middle School is part of Loudoun County School District.
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