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#148 of 1,851 schools in VA

Top 8% in state

Longfellow Middle

Middle School · Fairfax County Public Schools

2000 Westmoreland St, Falls Church, VA 22043

Enrollment

1,253

Student-Teacher

13.8:1

Score

8.6

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Virginia schools

#148 of 1,851

In Falls Church

#3 of 26

public schools

In district

#26 of 199

Fairfax County Public Schools

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Longfellow Middle

8.6/10

Middle School in Falls Church · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Haycock Elementary

9.1/10

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9.1/10

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About Longfellow Middle

Longfellow Middle is a public middle school in Falls Church, VA, part of Fairfax County Public Schools. Longfellow Middle serves approximately 1,253 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Longfellow Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #148 of 1,851 schools in VA.

Structured state assessment records for Longfellow Middle show 90% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 95% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.1 pts above district
  • This school 8.6 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.5
  • VA avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.8Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.47 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.1Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency93% (2025 SOL)
Reading/ELA Proficiency94% (2025 SOL)
Math vs. State Avg+17.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+18.3 pts
Overall Proficiency94% (2025 SOL, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)87% (model expectation from 2025 SOL)
vs. Expected+6.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile86th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,975
Chronic Absenteeism11.5%

Longfellow Middle — Students at Longfellow Middle score 94% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 87%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

11.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 90.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
66.9% (2025 SOL)
ELA Proficiency 95.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
74.1% (2025 SOL)

Based on 31 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
98%
ELA
98%
2010
Math
97%
ELA
97%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
97%
2012
Math
94%
ELA
94%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
95%
2014
Math
95%
ELA
96%
2015
Math
97%
ELA
96%
2016
Math
75%
ELA
95%
2017
ELA
95%
2018
Math
97%
ELA
95%
2019
Math
97%
ELA
95%
2020*
Math
87%
ELA
93%
2021*
Math
87%
ELA
93%
2025
Math
82%
ELA
94.3%

* 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: 7.8/10.

How Longfellow Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
8.6/10
92th percentile in VA
Academic
9.1/10
Excellent
Growth
7.8/10
Very Good
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
11%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
91 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.5%

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

2000 Westmoreland St, Falls Church, VA 22043

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Longfellow Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Williamsburg Middle (rated 9.5/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Arlington), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Mary Ellen Henderson Middle (rated 8.4/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Falls Church, see our Falls Church schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Haycock Elementary Falls Church 0.4 mi 9.1
Kent Gardens Elementary Mclean 0.8 mi 9.1
Mount Daniel Elementary Falls Church 0.9 mi 5.7
BROOKSFIELD SCHOOL Mclean 0.9 mi
McLean High Mclean 1.1 mi 9.0
BISHOP DENIS J. OCONNELL HIGH SCHOOL Arlington 1.2 mi 5.9
ST JOHN THE BELOVED ACADEMY Mclean 1.3 mi 7.7
Meridian High Falls Church 1.2 mi 8.9
Lemon Road Elementary Falls Church 1.2 mi 8.0
ST JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Falls Church 1.4 mi 5.8
Chesterbrook Elementary Mclean 1.2 mi 8.4
Mary Ellen Henderson Middle Falls Church 1.3 mi 8.4
Tuckahoe Elementary Arlington 1.4 mi 9.2
ACTON ACADEMY FALLS CHURCH Falls Church 1.6 mi
Nottingham Elementary Arlington 1.4 mi 9.5
Sherman Elementary Mclean 1.8 mi 8.3
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF MCLEAN Mclean 1.5 mi 7.9
Oak Street Elementary Falls Church 1.9 mi 7.8
Williamsburg Middle Arlington 1.5 mi 9.5
Discovery Elementary Arlington 1.5 mi 9.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 22043 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$143,836

Median Home Value

$868,600

Median Rent

$2,136/mo

Population

25,658

College Educated

69.1%

Homeownership

60.9%

Avg Commute

25.1 min

Poverty Rate

4.1%

Median Age

38.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Cooper Middle Mclean, VA 8.7
Rocky Run Middle Chantilly, VA 8.5
South County Middle Lorton, VA 8.7
Willard Middle Aldie, VA 8.5
Trailside Middle Ashburn, VA 8.8
Oak Knoll Middle Mechanicsville, VA 8.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Longfellow Middle

What grades does Longfellow Middle serve?

Longfellow Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Longfellow Middle?

Longfellow Middle has an enrollment of approximately 1,253 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Longfellow Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Longfellow Middle is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Longfellow Middle rank in VA?

Longfellow Middle ranks #148 of 1,851 schools in VA.

What is Longfellow Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Longfellow Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Longfellow Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Longfellow Middle has 90% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 95% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Longfellow Middle a charter school?

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

Is Longfellow Middle a Title I school?

No, Longfellow Middle is not currently a Title I school.

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

11.2% of students at Longfellow 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
10 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
18 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
1,253
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
91
Free/Reduced Lunch
11.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Fairfax County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.5%

District

Fairfax County Public Schools
District Enrollment
180,714
Schools in District
223
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,975
District Rank
#26 of 199

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