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#537 of 1,851 schools in VA

Top 29% in state

E.h. Marsteller Middle

Middle School · Prince William County Public Schools

14000 Sudley Manor Dr, Bristow, VA 20136

Enrollment

1,182

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

7.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Virginia schools

#537 of 1,851

In Bristow

#2 of 6

public schools

In district

#19 of 94

Prince William County Public Schools

Academic growth

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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E.h. Marsteller Middle

7.5/10

Middle School in Bristow · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Cedar Point Elementary

7.1/10

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7.1/10

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About E.h. Marsteller Middle

E.h. Marsteller Middle is a public middle school in Bristow, VA, part of Prince William County Public Schools. E.h.

Marsteller Middle serves approximately 1,182 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. E.h. Marsteller Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #537 of 1,851 schools in VA.

Structured state assessment records for E.h. Marsteller Middle show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.9 pts above district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 5.6
  • VA avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.31 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.2Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency84% (2025 SOL)
Reading/ELA Proficiency88% (2025 SOL)
Math vs. State Avg+8.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+12.3 pts
Overall Proficiency86% (2025 SOL, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)82% (model expectation from 2025 SOL)
vs. Expected+4.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile73th
Resources & Environment5.2Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,373
Chronic Absenteeism13.2%

E.h. Marsteller Middle — Students at E.h. Marsteller Middle score 86% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 82%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

30.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 78.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
66.4% (2025 SOL)
ELA Proficiency 89.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
73.8% (2025 SOL)

Based on 33 test records from VA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
83%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
76%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
78%
ELA
84%
2013
Math
81%
ELA
86%
2014
Math
86%
ELA
89%
2015
Math
87%
ELA
91%
2016
Math
75%
ELA
91%
2017
ELA
92%
2018
Math
88%
ELA
91%
2019
Math
88%
ELA
91%
2020*
Math
54%
ELA
84%
2021*
Math
54%
ELA
84%
2025
Math
81%
ELA
88.3%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.4/10.

How E.h. Marsteller Middle Compares

See how E.h. Marsteller Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.5/10
71th percentile in VA
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
5.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
31%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
73 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

14000 Sudley Manor Dr, Bristow, VA 20136

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering E.h. Marsteller Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Glenkirk Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Gainesville), which scores notably higher. Another option is YOUTH FOR TOMORROW (rated 8.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, T. Clay Wood Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Nokesville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bristow, see our Bristow schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Cedar Point Elementary Bristow 0.6 mi 7.1
Patriot High Nokesville 0.8 mi 7.1
T. Clay Wood Elementary Nokesville 1.0 mi 7.8
BRISTOW MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bristow 1.5 mi
Bristow Run Elementary Bristow 1.7 mi 6.8
Victory Elementary Bristow 1.8 mi 6.4
YOUTH FOR TOMORROW Bristow 1.7 mi 8.2
Chris Yung Elementary Bristow 2.6 mi 5.4
Piney Branch Elementary Bristow 2.6 mi 7.6
Glenkirk Elementary Gainesville 2.9 mi 8.7
Gainesville Middle Gainesville 3.2 mi 7.2
Gainesville High Gainesville 3.2 mi 4.5
Brentsville District High Nokesville 3.3 mi 6.5
MONTESSORI OF GAINESVILLE - CASA DEI BAMBINI Gainesville 3.0 mi
The Nokesville School Nokesville 3.6 mi 6.5
WINWOOD CHILDRENS CENTER Gainesville 3.5 mi
George P. Mullen Elementary Manassas 4.1 mi 3.3
LAKE MANASSAS ACADEMY Gainesville 4.3 mi 7.7
THE COMPASS SCHOOL OF MANASSAS Manassas 3.7 mi 4.6
Unity Reed High Manassas 4.3 mi 4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20136 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$178,098

Median Home Value

$585,500

Median Rent

$2,872/mo

Population

31,204

College Educated

55.5%

Homeownership

92.1%

Avg Commute

39.5 min

Poverty Rate

1.2%

Median Age

37.7

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Bell Creek Middle Mechanicsville, VA 7.4
Blue Ridge Middle Purcellville, VA 7.6
Great Bridge Middle Chesapeake, VA 7.4
Herbert J. Saunders Middle Manassas, VA 7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about E.h. Marsteller Middle

What grades does E.h. Marsteller Middle serve?

E.h. Marsteller Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend E.h. Marsteller Middle?

E.h. Marsteller Middle has an enrollment of approximately 1,182 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at E.h. Marsteller Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at E.h. Marsteller Middle is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does E.h. Marsteller Middle rank in VA?

E.h. Marsteller Middle ranks #537 of 1,851 schools in VA.

What is E.h. Marsteller Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

E.h. Marsteller Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at E.h. Marsteller Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, E.h. Marsteller Middle has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is E.h. Marsteller Middle a charter school?

No, E.h. Marsteller Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is E.h. Marsteller Middle a Title I school?

No, E.h. Marsteller Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for E.h. Marsteller Middle?

30.6% of students at E.h. Marsteller Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
14 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,182
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
73
Free/Reduced Lunch
30.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Prince William County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.2%

District

Prince William County Public Schools
District Enrollment
90,550
Schools in District
99
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,373
District Rank
#19 of 94

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