Serving 1,235 students in grades 6-8, J. Michael Lunsford Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,235 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J. Michael Lunsford Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
J. Michael Lunsford Middle School's student population of 1,235 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,235 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
School Rankings
J. Michael Lunsford Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J. Michael Lunsford 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
#251 out of 1792 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)87%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)86%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
40%
8%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
7%
22%
White
37%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J. Michael Lunsford Middle School's ranking?
J. Michael Lunsford Middle School is ranked #251 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are J. Michael Lunsford Middle School often compared to?
J. Michael Lunsford Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mercer Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend J. Michael Lunsford Middle School?
1,235 students attend J. Michael Lunsford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of J. Michael Lunsford Middle School students are Asian, 37% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of J. Michael Lunsford Middle School?
J. Michael Lunsford Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does J. Michael Lunsford Middle School offer ?
J. Michael Lunsford Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is J. Michael Lunsford Middle School part of?
J. Michael Lunsford Middle School is part of Loudoun County School District.
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