Serving 238 students in grades 6-8, Sussex Central Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 238 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sussex Central Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Sussex Central Middle School's student population of 238 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
238 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sussex Central Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sussex Central Middle School is 0.51, 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
#1583 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
8%
20%
Black
66%
21%
White
23%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sussex Central Middle School's ranking?
Sussex Central Middle School is ranked #1583 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Sussex Central Middle School?
238 students attend Sussex Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Sussex Central Middle School students are Black, 23% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sussex Central Middle School?
Sussex Central Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sussex Central Middle School offer ?
Sussex Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sussex Central Middle School part of?
Sussex Central Middle School is part of Sussex County School District.
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