Harper Park Middle

Summary:

Harper Park Middle is a public middle school located in Leesburg, Virginia, serving grades 6-8 with a total enrollment of 844 students. It is part of the Loudoun County Public Schools district, which is ranked 24th out of 130 school districts in Virginia and has a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Harper Park Middle has a relatively diverse student population, with 43.84% White, 10.55% African American, 25.24% Hispanic, and 12.68% Asian students. The school's academic performance, as measured by SOL (Standards of Learning) test scores, is generally on par with or slightly below the district and state averages. However, the school excels in Algebra I, with 100% of 7th graders and 93.97% of 8th graders scoring proficient or better, outperforming the district and state. Conversely, the school struggles in 8th-grade Mathematics, with only 30.63% of students scoring proficient or better, significantly lower than the district and state averages. Harper Park Middle's performance also varies across different student subgroups, with strengths in African American and multi-racial students but weaknesses in Hispanic and low socioeconomic status students.

Compared to nearby schools, Stone Hill Middle and Eagle Ridge Middle consistently outperform Harper Park Middle in academic measures, while Sterling Middle and Smart's Mill Middle generally underperform. Harper Park Middle's per-student spending of $17,250 is higher than nearby schools like Brambleton Middle ($12,057) and Stone Hill Middle ($13,190), and it has a lower student-teacher ratio of 11.8 compared to nearby schools.


Detail:

Public 6-8

 701 Potomac Station Dr NE
       Leesburg, VA  20176


(571) 252-2820

District: Loudoun County Public Schools

SchoolDigger Rank:
194th of 417 Virginia Middle Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $17,250 Help


Feeder schools for Harper Park Middle:

Elementary:    Cool Spring Elementary
    Frederick Douglass Elementary
    John W. Tolbert Junior Elementary

Student/teacher ratio:  12.1 Help
Number of students:  880

Racial breakdown:

White:
45.7%
Hispanic:
25.7%
Asian:
13.3%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  32% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Harper Park Middle ranks better than 53.5% of middle schools in Virginia. It also ranks 13th among 17 ranked middle schools in the Loudoun County Public Schools District. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 57.53. (See more...)
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Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Student population at Harper Park Middle is diverse. Racial makeup is: White (45.7%), Hispanic (25.7%), Asian (13.3%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 32% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Harper Park Middle is 12.1, which is the 6th best among 17 middle schools in the Loudoun County Public Schools District. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Harper Park Middle is $17,250, which is the highest among 17 middle schools in the Loudoun County Public Schools District!
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Harper Park Middle:

SchoolDigger ranks Harper Park Middle 194th of 417 Virginia public middle schools. (See Harper Park Middle in the ranking list.)

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Loudoun County Public Schools:

SchoolDigger ranks Loudoun County Public Schools 24th of 130 Virginia school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Harper Park Middle

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Rank History for all students at Harper Park Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2005 66.10 114th 340 66.5%
2006 52.11 174th 383 54.6%
2007 56.69 153rd 387 60.5%
2008 66.34 95th 391 75.7%
2009 65.74 88th 390 77.4%
2010 63.67 109th 408 73.3%
2011 62.92 110th 413 73.4%
2012 57.61 137th 413 66.8%
2013 67.09 83rd 416 80.0%
2014 72.81 66th 416 84.1%
2015 75.19 58th 412 85.9%
2016 73.24 67th 409 83.6%
2017 74.20 60th 415 85.5%
2018 65.24 103rd 413 75.1%
2019 60.12 150th 424 64.6%
2021 35.57 267th 419 36.3%
2022 59.97 149th 415 64.1%
2023 57.96 181st 422 57.1%
2024 57.53 194th 417 53.5%
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Rank History for Multi-racial students at Harper Park Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 78.82 35th 231 84.8%
2024 66.11 68th 237 71.3%
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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Harper Park Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 49.19 39th 100 61.0%
2024 43.78 56th 122 54.1%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Harper Park Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 38.69 267th 402 33.6%
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Rank History for Female students at Harper Park Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 57.39 178th 411 56.7%
2024 52.64 211th 407 48.2%
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Rank History for Disabled students at Harper Park Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 62.69 89th 278 68.0%
2024 59.33 104th 281 63.0%
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Rank History for Male students at Harper Park Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 57.21 176th 409 57.0%
2024 60.68 159th 407 60.9%
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Rank History for Asian students at Harper Park Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 48.60 80th 132 39.4%
2024 57.82 63rd 128 50.8%
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Rank History for African American students at Harper Park Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 72.00 69th 298 76.8%
2024 77.77 39th 299 87.0%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Harper Park Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 27.06 214th 275 22.2%
2024 35.53 187th 272 31.3%
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Rank History for White students at Harper Park Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 58.26 172nd 402 57.2%
2024 54.06 187th 396 52.8%
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Data source: test scores: Virginia Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Virginia Department of Education

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by a parent
Wednesday, June 2, 2021

Open Quote They say that they are are for togetherness but they are gonna start difference ethnic clubs next year and they have a LGBTQ+ Group that is not together that’s separating everyone also making school unhealthy and very one sided and dividing.Also I’ve never been on school campus to meet anybody that works for the school not very welcoming. This is the worst district that I’ve ever been to or my son has learned very little from them. They are too busy pushing your agenda on kids and parents. They relying on YouTube. ( I would like to give a thank you to YouTube for teaching my child ) very sad get your stuff together. very unprofessional for a school district and teachers. Close Quote


by a parent
Monday, July 25, 2011

Open Quote A fabulous school - my child has gained so much from attending this exceptional school and working with its dedicated staff. A very positive and upbeat environment! Close Quote



Enrollment information for Harper Park Middle

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2000 958 151 52 59 4 n/a n/a -4 1220
2001 1074 199 73 73 6 n/a n/a 0 1425
2002 740 120 65 99 5 n/a n/a 0 1029
2003 740 120 65 99 5 n/a n/a 0 1029
2004 811 163 84 115 7 n/a n/a 2 1182
2005 461 97 70 88 4 n/a n/a 6 726
2006 491 103 97 84 1 n/a n/a 7 783
2007 524 99 86 110 2 n/a n/a 6 827
2008 498 107 84 104 1 n/a n/a 5 799
2009 522 119 79 106 1 n/a n/a 11 838
2010 558 107 78 111 1 n/a n/a 29 884
2011 563 99 99 138 8 0 52 0 959
2012 558 85 121 151 4 0 60 0 979
2013 598 92 125 144 5 0 55 0 1019
2014 607 80 145 150 4 0 63 0 1049
2015 600 85 146 158 3 1 55 0 1048
2016 592 89 156 147 6 1 61 0 1052
2017 578 87 145 164 17 3 65 0 1059
2018 589 92 156 173 15 2 66 0 1093
2019 555 82 150 191 13 2 68 0 1061
2020 536 78 156 232 3 1 68 0 1074
2021 433 89 137 229 5 2 61 0 956
2022 401 91 126 235 4 2 58 0 917
2023 370 89 107 213 2 2 61 0 844
2024 402 74 117 226 2 3 56 0 880

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Harper Park Middle

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2000 1220 n/a 0.0 8.3
2001 1425 102.0 14.0 5.3
2002 1029 24.0 42.9 12.9
2003 1029 24.0 42.9 12.9
2004 1182 92.0 12.8 13.7
2005 726 89.0 8.2 14.3
2006 783 61.0 12.8 15.6
2007 827 78.1 10.6 14.4
2008 799 60.1 13.3 13.2
2009 838 53.9 15.5 16.4
2010 884 55.2 16.0 17.7
2011 959 54.8 17.4 16.6
2012 979 67.1 14.5 15.7
2013 1019 70.6 14.4 16.4
2014 1049 76.7 13.6 17.1
2015 1048 76.0 13.7 16.9
2016 1052 76.0 13.8 17.1
2017 1059 82.4 12.8 18.8
2018 1093 87.6 12.4 19.8
2019 1061 90.9 11.6 20.5
2020 1074 93.9 11.4 22.5
2021 956 94.0 10.1 n/a
2022 917 83.3 11.0 26.4
2023 844 71.0 11.8 32.8
2024 880 72.6 12.1 32

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Harper Park Middle

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2000 1220 n/a 0.0 8.3
2001 1425 102.0 14.0 5.3
2002 1029 24.0 42.9 12.9
2003 1029 24.0 42.9 12.9
2004 1182 92.0 12.8 13.7
2005 726 89.0 8.2 14.3
2006 783 61.0 12.8 15.6
2007 827 78.1 10.6 14.4
2008 799 60.1 13.3 13.2
2009 838 53.9 15.5 16.4
2010 884 55.2 16.0 17.7
2011 959 54.8 17.4 16.6
2012 979 67.1 14.5 15.7
2013 1019 70.6 14.4 16.4
2014 1049 76.7 13.6 17.1
2015 1048 76.0 13.7 16.9
2016 1052 76.0 13.8 17.1
2017 1059 82.4 12.8 18.8
2018 1093 87.6 12.4 19.8
2019 1061 90.9 11.6 20.5
2020 1074 93.9 11.4 22.5
2021 956 94.0 10.1 n/a
2022 917 83.3 11.0 26.4
2023 844 71.0 11.8 32.8
2024 880 72.6 12.1 32

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Harper Park Middle

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $449 (3.2%) $13,643 (96.8%) $14,092
2020 $257 (1.7%) $14,549 (98.3%) $14,807
2021 $461 (2.7%) $16,789 (97.3%) $17,250

Data source: Virginia Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Harper Park Middle

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 150th of 424 Middle schoolsRanks 181st of 422 Middle schools
 7.5%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
6th Grade Mathematics (Harper Park Middle)7455
 19%
   6th Grade Mathematics (Loudoun County Public Schools)7753
 24%
   6th Grade Mathematics (Virginia)7857.8
 20.2%
6th Grade English Reading (Harper Park Middle)8378.8
 4.2%
   6th Grade English Reading (Loudoun County Public Schools)8680.2
 5.8%
   6th Grade English Reading (Virginia)7770.4
 6.6%
7th Grade Mathematics (Harper Park Middle)8533.7
 51.3%
   7th Grade Mathematics (Loudoun County Public Schools)8747.2
 39.8%
   7th Grade Mathematics (Virginia)7851.4
 26.6%
7th Grade English Reading (Harper Park Middle)8873.4
 14.6%
   7th Grade English Reading (Loudoun County Public Schools)8779
 8.1%
   7th Grade English Reading (Virginia)7970.3
 8.7%
8th Grade Writing (Harper Park Middle)8774.9
 12.1%
   8th Grade Writing (Loudoun County Public Schools)8372.6
 10.4%
   8th Grade Writing (Virginia)7055.5
 14.5%
8th Grade Mathematics (Harper Park Middle)4543.4
 1.6%
   8th Grade Mathematics (Loudoun County Public Schools)6742.8
 24.2%
   8th Grade Mathematics (Virginia)7748.4
 28.6%
8th Grade Science (Harper Park Middle)8867.8
 20.2%
   8th Grade Science (Loudoun County Public Schools)8874.2
 13.8%
   8th Grade Science (Virginia)7860.7
 17.3%
8th Grade English Reading (Harper Park Middle)8470.4
 13.6%
   8th Grade English Reading (Loudoun County Public Schools)8478.4
 5.6%
   8th Grade English Reading (Virginia)7670.7
 5.3%
End of Course Geometry (Harper Park Middle)9696
   End of Course Geometry (Loudoun County Public Schools)8885
 3%
   End of Course Geometry (Virginia)8380
 3%
End of Course Algebra I (Harper Park Middle)9695
 1%
   End of Course Algebra I (Loudoun County Public Schools)8985
 4%
   End of Course Algebra I (Virginia)8680
 6%
End of Course Algebra II (Harper Park Middle)100100
   End of Course Algebra II (Loudoun County Public Schools)9483
 11%
   End of Course Algebra II (Virginia)9186
 5%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students1061844
 20.5%
African American8289
 8.5%
American Indian132
 84.6%
Asian150107
 28.7%
Hispanic191213
 11.5%
Pacific Islander22
White555370
 33.3%
Two or More Races6861
 10.3%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients20.5%32.8%
 12.4%


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In the 2023-24 school year, 880 students attended Harper Park Middle.

Students at Harper Park Middle are 46% White, 26% Hispanic, 13% Asian, 8% African American, 6% Two or more races.

Harper Park Middle ranks 194th of 417 Virginia middle schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.


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