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Harper Park Middle

Middle School · Loudoun County Public Schools

701 Potomac Station Dr NE, Leesburg, VA 20176

Enrollment

880

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

6.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Virginia schools

#878 of 1,851

In Leesburg

#12 of 19

public schools

In district

#74 of 96

Loudoun County Public Schools

School environment

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Harper Park Middle

6.5/10

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

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About Harper Park Middle

Harper Park Middle is a public middle school in Leesburg, VA, part of Loudoun County Public Schools. Harper Park Middle serves approximately 880 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Harper Park Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #878 of 1,851 schools in VA.

Structured state assessment records for Harper Park Middle show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 7.1
  • VA avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.8Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.24 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.0Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency73% (2025 SOL)
Reading/ELA Proficiency79% (2025 SOL)
Math vs. State Avg-2.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.3 pts
Overall Proficiency76% (2025 SOL, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)81% (model expectation from 2025 SOL)
vs. Expected-5.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,934
Chronic Absenteeism14.8%

Harper Park Middle — Students at Harper Park Middle score 76% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 81%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

32%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 73.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
66.4% (2025 SOL)
ELA Proficiency 83.5% (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

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
88%
ELA
95%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
93%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
94%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
83%
2013
Math
83%
ELA
84%
2014
Math
90%
ELA
87%
2015
Math
88%
ELA
88%
2016
Math
66%
ELA
87%
2017
ELA
88%
2018
Math
82%
ELA
85%
2019
Math
82%
ELA
85%
2020*
Math
54%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
54%
ELA
67%
2025
Math
65%
ELA
79.3%

* 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: 4.8/10.

How Harper Park Middle Compares

See how Harper Park Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
53th percentile in VA
Academic
6.0/10
Average
Growth
4.8/10
Below Average
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
32%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
72 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.8%

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

701 Potomac Station Dr NE, Leesburg, VA 20176

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harper Park Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Trailside Middle (rated 8.8/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Ashburn), which scores notably higher. Another option is Belmont Ridge Middle (rated 7.2/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, J. Lupton Simpson Middle (rated 6.0/10, 2.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Leesburg, see our Leesburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
John W. Tolbert Jr. Elementary Leesburg 0.2 mi 8.9
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF LEESBURG Leesburg 1.4 mi
Seldens Landing Elementary Leesburg 1.4 mi 7.5
GODDARD SCHOOL OF LEESBURG Leesburg 1.4 mi
Cool Spring Elementary Leesburg 1.4 mi 5.3
FUSION ACADEMY LOUDOUN Leesburg 1.7 mi 7.9
Ball's Bluff Elementary Leesburg 2.1 mi 7.5
Belmont Ridge Middle Leesburg 1.8 mi 7.2
Frederick Douglass Elementary Leesburg 1.9 mi 6.1
Riverside High Leesburg 1.8 mi 8.8
Leesburg Elementary Leesburg 2.3 mi 4.2
Belmont Station Elementary Ashburn 2.6 mi 7.2
MONTESSORI ACADEMY AT BELMONT GREENE Ashburn 2.8 mi 7.3
THE GODDARD SCHOOL Ashburn 2.8 mi
THE AURORA SCHOOL Leesburg 2.6 mi 6.0
Newton-Lee Elementary Ashburg 2.8 mi 7.7
Trailside Middle Ashburn 2.9 mi 8.8
Frances Hazel Reid Elementary Leesburg 2.9 mi 3.6
Smart's Mill Middle Leesburg 3.0 mi 5.0
J. Lupton Simpson Middle Leesburg 2.5 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20176 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$166,870

Median Home Value

$702,400

Median Rent

$2,089/mo

Population

50,002

College Educated

58.9%

Homeownership

79.1%

Avg Commute

30.2 min

Poverty Rate

5.4%

Median Age

38.7

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Johnson Middle Fairfax, VA 6.4
Montevideo Middle Penn Laird, VA 6.6
Pocahontas Middle Richmond, VA 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harper Park Middle

What grades does Harper Park Middle serve?

Harper Park Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Harper Park Middle?

Harper Park Middle has an enrollment of approximately 880 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Harper Park Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Harper Park Middle is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Harper Park Middle rank in VA?

Harper Park Middle ranks #878 of 1,851 schools in VA.

What is Harper Park Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Harper Park Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Harper Park Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Harper Park Middle has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Harper Park Middle a charter school?

No, Harper Park Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Harper Park Middle a Title I school?

No, Harper Park Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harper Park Middle?

32.0% of students at Harper Park 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
61 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
880
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
72
Free/Reduced Lunch
32.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Loudoun County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.8%

District

Loudoun County Public Schools
District Enrollment
81,636
Schools in District
100
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,934
District Rank
#74 of 96

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