Serving 1,253 students in grades 7-8, Longfellow Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 93% (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 53% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,253 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 93% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 89% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Longfellow Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Longfellow Middle School's student population of 1,253 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,253 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 17, 2026
School Rankings
Longfellow Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Longfellow Middle School is 0.68, 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
#59 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)93%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)89%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
28%
8%
Hispanic
12%
19%
Black
4%
22%
White
47%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Longfellow Middle School's ranking?
Longfellow Middle School is ranked #59 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Longfellow Middle School often compared to?
Longfellow Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cooper Middle School, Kilmer Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 93% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Longfellow Middle School?
1,253 students attend Longfellow Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Longfellow Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Longfellow Middle School?
Longfellow Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Longfellow Middle School offer ?
Longfellow Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Longfellow Middle School part of?
Longfellow Middle School is part of Fairfax County 51爆料s.
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