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#626 of 1,851 schools in VA

Top 34% in state

Joseph T. Henley Middle

Middle School · Albemarle County Public Schools

5880 Rockfish Gap Turnpike, Crozet, VA 22932

Enrollment

804

Student-Teacher

14.6:1

Score

7.2

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Virginia schools

#626 of 1,851

In Crozet

#4 of 4

public schools

In district

#13 of 24

Albemarle County Public Schools

School environment

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Joseph T. Henley Middle

7.2/10

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

Brownsville Elementary

9.2/10

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8.7/10

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About Joseph T. Henley Middle

Joseph T. Henley Middle is a public middle school in Crozet, VA, part of Albemarle County Public Schools. Joseph T.

Henley Middle serves approximately 804 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Joseph T. Henley Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #626 of 1,851 schools in VA.

Structured state assessment records for Joseph T. Henley Middle show 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 90% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.3
  • VA avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.3Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.86 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.8Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency85% (2025 SOL)
Reading/ELA Proficiency88% (2025 SOL)
Math vs. State Avg+9.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+12.3 pts
Overall Proficiency87% (2025 SOL, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)86% (model expectation from 2025 SOL)
vs. Expected+0.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile68th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,536
Chronic Absenteeism13.8%

Joseph T. Henley Middle — Students at Joseph T. Henley Middle score 86% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 86%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

14.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 84.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
66.4% (2025 SOL)
ELA Proficiency 89.5% (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

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
94%
ELA
95%
2010
Math
95%
ELA
96%
2011
Math
94%
ELA
97%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
90%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
90%
2014
Math
91%
ELA
88%
2015
Math
90%
ELA
87%
2016
Math
63%
ELA
85%
2017
ELA
87%
2018
Math
89%
ELA
89%
2019
Math
89%
ELA
89%
2020*
Math
82%
ELA
89%
2021*
Math
82%
ELA
89%
2025
Math
75.5%
ELA
87.8%

* 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: 6.3/10.

How Joseph T. Henley Middle Compares

See how Joseph T. Henley Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
66th percentile in VA
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
6.3/10
Average
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
14%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
55 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.8%

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

5880 Rockfish Gap Turnpike, Crozet, VA 22932

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Joseph T. Henley Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Brownsville Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Virginia L. Murray Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Charlottesville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ivy Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Charlottesville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Crozet, see our Crozet schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Brownsville Elementary Crozet 0.1 mi 9.2
Western Albemarle High Crozet 0.4 mi 8.7
FIELD SCHOOL OF CHARLOTTESVILLE Crozet 1.6 mi 6.0
Crozet Elementary Crozet 1.6 mi 7.2
MILLER SCHOOL OF ALBEMARLE Charlottesville 3.2 mi 6.7
Virginia L. Murray Elementary Charlottesville 5.1 mi 9.0
Ivy Elementary Charlottesville 6.2 mi 8.9
Red Hill Elementary North Garden 7.2 mi 5.4
NORTH BRANCH SCHOOL Afton 7.3 mi 6.4
REGENTS SCHOOL OF CHARLOTTESVILLE Charlottesville 8.3 mi 6.1
Rockfish River Elementary Afton 10.3 mi 6.4
UNIVERSITY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Charlottesville 9.5 mi
Wenonah Elementary Waynesboro 9.5 mi 5.9
FREE UNION COUNTRY SCHOOL Free Union 10.5 mi 5.5
KEYS ACADEMY CHARLOTTESVILLE Charlottesville 9.7 mi
William Perry Elementary Waynesboro 9.7 mi 3.4
Cassell Elementary Waynesboro 10.4 mi 5.4
FISHBURNE MILITARY SCHOOL Waynesboro 10.1 mi 8.0
Wayne Hills Center Waynesboro 10.2 mi 2.9
APPALACHIAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Waynesboro 10.3 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 22932 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$115,054

Median Home Value

$552,200

Median Rent

$1,713/mo

Population

9,182

College Educated

68.7%

Homeownership

79.2%

Avg Commute

25.8 min

Poverty Rate

8%

Median Age

42

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Joseph T. Henley Middle

What grades does Joseph T. Henley Middle serve?

Joseph T. Henley Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Joseph T. Henley Middle?

Joseph T. Henley Middle has an enrollment of approximately 804 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Joseph T. Henley Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Joseph T. Henley Middle is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Joseph T. Henley Middle rank in VA?

Joseph T. Henley Middle ranks #626 of 1,851 schools in VA.

What is Joseph T. Henley Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Joseph T. Henley Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Joseph T. Henley Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Joseph T. Henley Middle has 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 90% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Joseph T. Henley Middle a charter school?

No, Joseph T. Henley Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Joseph T. Henley Middle a Title I school?

No, Joseph T. Henley Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Joseph T. Henley Middle?

14.3% of students at Joseph T. Henley 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
34 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
804
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
55
Free/Reduced Lunch
14.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Albemarle County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.8%

District

Albemarle County Public Schools
District Enrollment
13,808
Schools in District
25
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,536
District Rank
#13 of 24

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