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#1452 of 1,851 schools in VA

Monelison Middle

Middle School · Amherst County Public Schools

257 Trojan Rd, Madison Heights, VA 24572

Enrollment

512

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

4.6

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Virginia schools

#1,452 of 1,851

In Madison Heights

#4 of 4

public schools

In district

#9 of 9

Amherst County Public Schools

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Monelison Middle

4.6/10

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

Amelon Elementary

4.9/10

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5.6/10

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About Monelison Middle

Monelison Middle is a public middle school in Madison Heights, VA, part of Amherst County Public Schools. Monelison Middle serves approximately 512 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Monelison Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,452 of 1,851 schools in VA.

Structured state assessment records for Monelison Middle show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 4.6 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • VA avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.26 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.6Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency59% (2025 SOL)
Reading/ELA Proficiency70% (2025 SOL)
Math vs. State Avg-16.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.7 pts
Overall Proficiency65% (2025 SOL, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)90% (model expectation from 2025 SOL)
vs. Expected-25.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile17th
Resources & Environment6.0Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,301
Chronic Absenteeism23.6%

Monelison Middle — Students at Monelison Middle score 64% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 90%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 62.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
66.4% (2025 SOL)
ELA Proficiency 74.2% (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
77%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
78%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
61%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
65%
ELA
71%
2013
Math
69%
ELA
71%
2014
Math
74%
ELA
75%
2015
Math
80%
ELA
74%
2016
Math
65%
ELA
78%
2017
ELA
77%
2018
Math
81%
ELA
78%
2019
Math
81%
ELA
78%
2020*
Math
25%
ELA
59%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
59%
2025
Math
55%
ELA
70.3%

* 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: 4.7/10.

How Monelison Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
4.6/10
22th percentile in VA
Academic
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
6.0/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.6%

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

257 Trojan Rd, Madison Heights, VA 24572

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Monelison Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle for Innovation (rated 5.6/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Lynchburg), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Linkhorne Middle (rated 4.2/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Lynchburg), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Madison Heights, see our Madison Heights schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Amelon Elementary Madison Heights 1.1 mi 4.9
Madison Heights Elementary Madison Heights 1.9 mi 5.6
SOLID ROCK BAPTIST CHURCH Madison Heights 2.4 mi
FELLOWSHIP CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Madison Heights 2.4 mi
Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle for Innovation Lynchburg 3.7 mi 5.6
Robert S. Payne Elementary Lynchburg 4.0 mi 3.9
Dearington Elementary/Innovation Lynchburg 4.0 mi 5.0
William M. Bass Elementary Lynchburg 4.6 mi 5.0
E.C. Glass High Lynchburg 4.4 mi 8.0
VIRGINIA EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Lynchburg 4.3 mi 6.7
T.C. Miller Elementary School for Innovation Lynchburg 4.9 mi 4.8
NEW VISTAS SCHOOL Lynchburg 5.0 mi 5.6
Linkhorne Middle Lynchburg 5.1 mi 4.2
Linkhorne Elementary Lynchburg 5.1 mi 4.4
Paul Munro Elementary Lynchburg 5.1 mi 9.4
Perrymont Elementary Lynchburg 6.1 mi 4.9
Bedford Hills Elementary Lynchburg 5.5 mi 5.1
RIVERMONT LYNCHBURG NORTH Lynchburg 5.7 mi 6.0
Elon Elementary Madison Heights 6.1 mi 6.7
NEW COVENANT SCHOOLS Lynchburg 6.4 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 24572 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,158

Median Home Value

$187,300

Median Rent

$837/mo

Population

15,515

College Educated

18.3%

Homeownership

77.1%

Avg Commute

23.9 min

Poverty Rate

10.3%

Median Age

44.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Monelison Middle

What grades does Monelison Middle serve?

Monelison Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Monelison Middle?

Monelison Middle has an enrollment of approximately 512 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Monelison Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Monelison Middle is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Monelison Middle rank in VA?

Monelison Middle ranks #1,452 of 1,851 schools in VA.

What is Monelison Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Monelison Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Monelison Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Monelison Middle has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Monelison Middle a charter school?

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

Is Monelison Middle a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
18 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
512
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Amherst County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.6%

District

Amherst County Public Schools
District Enrollment
3,965
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,301
District Rank
#9 of 9

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