Middlesex Elementary

Summary:

Middlesex Elementary is a public elementary school located in Locust Hill, Virginia, serving grades PK-5 with a total enrollment of 611 students. The school is part of the Middlesex County Public Schools district, which is ranked 37 out of 130 districts in Virginia and has a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.

While Middlesex Elementary has a higher percentage of White students (66.28%) compared to the surrounding schools, which have a more diverse student population, the school has consistently ranked in the bottom half of Virginia elementary schools, with a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger for the past several years. This is significantly lower than the nearby West Point Elementary, which has a 4-star rating and ranks in the top 20% of Virginia elementary schools. Middlesex Elementary's student performance on SOL (Standards of Learning) tests is generally below the state and district averages, particularly in English Reading and Science. Additionally, the school has a very high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, reaching nearly 97% in the 2022-2023 school year, which is significantly higher than the surrounding schools.

The declining performance of Middlesex Elementary over the past decade, coupled with the high poverty rates and potential racial disparities, suggest that the school may be facing significant challenges in maintaining academic achievement and student growth. However, the stark contrast between Middlesex Elementary's performance and that of nearby high-performing schools like West Point Elementary presents an opportunity for the school to learn from and collaborate with these institutions to improve the educational outcomes for its students.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-5

 823 Philpot Rd.
       Locust Hill, VA  23092


(804) 758-2496

District: Middlesex County Public Schools

SchoolDigger Rank:
766th of 1,114 Virginia Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $10,207 Help


Students who attend Middlesex Elementary usually attend:

Middle:    St. Clare Walker Middle
High:    Middlesex High

Student/teacher ratio:  13.0 Help
Number of students:  611

Racial breakdown:

White:
66.3%
African American:
17.0%
Two or more races:
9.2%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  96.7% Help


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Compare Details Middlesex Elementary ranks worse than 68.8% of elementary schools in Virginia. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 36.73. (See more...)
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Chronic absenteeism in a high 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.
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Middlesex Elementary is $10,207.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Middlesex Elementary:

SchoolDigger ranks Middlesex Elementary 766th of 1114 Virginia public elementary schools. (See Middlesex Elementary in the ranking list.)

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Middlesex County Public Schools:

SchoolDigger ranks Middlesex County Public Schools 37th of 130 Virginia school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Middlesex Elementary

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Rank History for all students at Middlesex Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2005 14.03 1008th 1062 5.1%
2006 31.14 884th 1071 17.5%
2007 39.81 755th 1083 30.3%
2008 19.50 1006th 1081 6.9%
2009 25.27 961st 1082 11.2%
2010 42.36 790th 1113 29.0%
2011 63.68 386th 1117 65.4%
2012 55.48 527th 1117 52.8%
2013 67.07 350th 1120 68.8%
2014 74.46 228th 1110 79.5%
2015 57.53 527th 1100 52.1%
2016 47.07 672nd 1096 38.7%
2017 29.76 888th 1099 19.2%
2018 35.12 822nd 1097 25.1%
2019 31.64 853rd 1105 22.8%
2021 30.39 809th 1103 26.7%
2022 37.96 746th 1109 32.7%
2023 35.93 776th 1114 30.3%
2024 36.73 766th 1114 31.2%
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Rank History for Multi-racial students at Middlesex Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 29.64 187th 247 24.3%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Middlesex Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 39.60 676th 1036 34.7%
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Rank History for Female students at Middlesex Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 34.10 805th 1100 26.8%
2024 34.81 785th 1098 28.5%
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Rank History for Male students at Middlesex Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 37.37 744th 1093 31.9%
2024 38.95 743rd 1101 32.5%
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Rank History for African American students at Middlesex Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 47.34 339th 588 42.3%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Middlesex Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 49.63 328th 580 43.4%
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Rank History for White students at Middlesex Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 24.34 839th 984 14.7%
2024 20.78 858th 979 12.4%
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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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Enrollment information for Middlesex Elementary

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2002 369 148 0 8 0 n/a n/a 0 525
2003 369 148 0 8 0 n/a n/a 0 525
2004 374 148 2 10 0 n/a n/a 1 535
2005 358 136 1 16 2 n/a n/a 0 513
2006 372 143 0 15 1 n/a n/a 1 532
2007 361 136 3 10 2 n/a n/a 2 514
2008 392 174 2 10 1 n/a n/a 1 580
2009 400 157 1 12 0 n/a n/a 3 573
2010 412 141 1 14 0 n/a n/a 2 570
2011 420 111 0 9 0 0 0 0 540
2012 447 107 2 15 3 0 26 0 600
2013 420 108 1 17 2 0 21 0 569
2014 436 104 1 21 1 0 32 0 595
2015 433 115 3 25 0 0 30 0 606
2016 420 110 3 29 0 0 26 0 588
2017 406 117 2 24 0 0 29 0 578
2018 418 101 4 26 0 0 41 0 590
2019 377 99 4 33 0 0 51 0 564
2020 392 103 3 39 0 0 57 0 594
2021 379 91 2 33 0 0 62 0 567
2022 383 105 4 35 3 0 63 0 593
2023 405 104 1 43 2 0 56 0 611

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 Middlesex Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2002 525 50.0 10.5 40.6
2003 525 50.0 10.5 40.6
2004 535 49.0 10.9 37.5
2005 513 46.0 11.2 41.3
2006 532 46.0 11.6 40.1
2007 514 49.6 10.4 43.2
2008 580 34.0 17.1 39.2
2009 573 33.0 17.4 41.9
2010 570 36.0 15.8 50.2
2011 540 40.0 13.5 53.5
2012 600 38.0 15.7 42.2
2013 569 36.1 15.7 46.9
2014 595 36.2 16.4 52.1
2015 606 35.0 17.3 55.3
2016 588 37.0 15.8 60.2
2017 578 37.1 15.5 60.2
2018 590 38.6 15.2 61.9
2019 564 38.1 14.7 55.9
2020 594 39.1 15.1 54.9
2021 567 39.3 14.4 n/a
2022 593 37.0 16.0 55
2023 611 47.0 13.0 96.7

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 Middlesex Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2002 525 50.0 10.5 40.6
2003 525 50.0 10.5 40.6
2004 535 49.0 10.9 37.5
2005 513 46.0 11.2 41.3
2006 532 46.0 11.6 40.1
2007 514 49.6 10.4 43.2
2008 580 34.0 17.1 39.2
2009 573 33.0 17.4 41.9
2010 570 36.0 15.8 50.2
2011 540 40.0 13.5 53.5
2012 600 38.0 15.7 42.2
2013 569 36.1 15.7 46.9
2014 595 36.2 16.4 52.1
2015 606 35.0 17.3 55.3
2016 588 37.0 15.8 60.2
2017 578 37.1 15.5 60.2
2018 590 38.6 15.2 61.9
2019 564 38.1 14.7 55.9
2020 594 39.1 15.1 54.9
2021 567 39.3 14.4 n/a
2022 593 37.0 16.0 55
2023 611 47.0 13.0 96.7

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 Middlesex Elementary

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $867 (8.5%) $9,360 (91.5%) $10,227
2020 $875 (8.9%) $8,961 (91.1%) $9,837
2021 $894 (8.8%) $9,313 (91.2%) $10,207

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

Impact of COVID-19 on Middlesex Elementary

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 853rd of 1105 Elementary schoolsRanks 776th of 1114 Elementary schools
 7.5%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade Mathematics (Middlesex Elementary)8877.3
 10.7%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Middlesex County Public Schools)8877.3
 10.7%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Virginia)8269.1
 12.9%
3rd Grade English Reading (Middlesex Elementary)6363.6
 0.6%
   3rd Grade English Reading (Middlesex County Public Schools)6363.6
 0.6%
   3rd Grade English Reading (Virginia)7166.1
 4.9%
4th Grade Mathematics (Middlesex Elementary)7243.6
 28.4%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Middlesex County Public Schools)7243.6
 28.4%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Virginia)8369.7
 13.3%
4th Grade English Reading (Middlesex Elementary)5656.4
 0.4%
   4th Grade English Reading (Middlesex County Public Schools)5656.4
 0.4%
   4th Grade English Reading (Virginia)7572.7
 2.3%
5th Grade Mathematics (Middlesex Elementary)7466.3
 7.7%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Middlesex County Public Schools)7466.3
 7.7%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Virginia)8167
 14%
5th Grade Science (Middlesex Elementary)7365.2
 7.8%
   5th Grade Science (Middlesex County Public Schools)7365.2
 7.8%
   5th Grade Science (Virginia)7966
 13%
5th Grade English Reading (Middlesex Elementary)7564.8
 10.2%
   5th Grade English Reading (Middlesex County Public Schools)7564.8
 10.2%
   5th Grade English Reading (Virginia)7871.4
 6.6%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students564611
 8.3%
African American99104
 5.1%
American Indian02
Asian41
 75%
Hispanic3343
 30.3%
Pacific Islander00
White377405
 7.4%
Two or More Races5156
 9.8%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients55.9%96.7%
 40.9%


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Students who attend Middlesex Elementary usually go on to attend:

Middle : St. Clare Walker Middle
High : Middlesex High

Students at Middlesex Elementary are 66% White, 17% African American, 9% Two or more races, 7% Hispanic.

Middlesex Elementary ranks 766th of 1114 Virginia elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.

In the 2022-23 school year, 611 students attended Middlesex Elementary.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Virginia Department of Education.

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