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Rippon Middle
Middle School · Prince William County Public Schools
15101 Blackburn Rd, Woodbridge, VA 22191
Enrollment
1,174
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
5.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,174
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
5.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Virginia schools
#1,244 of 1,851
In Woodbridge
#28 of 40
public schools
In district
#66 of 94
Prince William County Public Schools
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Rippon Middle
Middle School in Woodbridge · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Rippon Middle
Rippon Middle is a public middle school in Woodbridge, VA, part of Prince William County Public Schools. Rippon Middle serves approximately 1,174 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Rippon Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,244 of 1,851 schools in VA.
Structured state assessment records for Rippon Middle show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- VA avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Rippon Middle sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Rippon Middle — Students at Rippon Middle score 62% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 71%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)
Based on 33 test records from VA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.7/10.
How Rippon Middle Compares
See how Rippon Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
15101 Blackburn Rd, Woodbridge, VA 22191
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rippon Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Fred M. Lynn Middle (rated 5.2/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Woodbridge Middle (rated 4.8/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Woodbridge, see our Woodbridge schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Featherstone Elementary Woodbridge | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Mary G. Porter Traditional Woodbridge | 0.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Potomac View Elementary Woodbridge | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Freedom High Woodbridge | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Leesylvania Elementary Woodbridge | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Marumsco Hills Elementary Woodbridge | 1.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Fred M. Lynn Middle Woodbridge | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Woodbridge Middle Woodbridge | 2.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Elizabeth Vaughan Elementary Woodbridge | 2.1 mi | 4.0 |
| ST THOMAS AQUINAS REGIONAL SCHOOL Woodbridge | 2.3 mi | 6.3 |
| R. Dean Kilby Elementary Woodbridge | 2.5 mi | 4.7 |
| EVANGEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dale City | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
| CARDINAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Woodbridge | 2.8 mi | 6.2 |
| CHRIST CHAPEL ACADEMY Woodbridge | 2.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Fannie W. Fitzgerald Elementary Woodbridge | 2.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Gar-Field High Woodbridge | 2.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Belmont Elementary Woodbridge | 2.8 mi | 6.8 |
| River Oaks Elementary Woodbridge | 3.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Mary Williams Elementary Dumfries | 2.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Dale City Elementary Woodbridge | 2.7 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 22191 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,993
Median Home Value
$432,600
Median Rent
$2,069/mo
Population
73,755
College Educated
38.7%
Homeownership
58.6%
Avg Commute
38.9 min
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Median Age
34.4
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| King George Middle King George, VA | 5.4 |
| Larkspur Middle Virginia Beach, VA | 5.4 |
| Admiral Richard E. Byrd Middle Winchester, VA | 5.5 |
| Frederick County Middle Winchester, VA | 5.5 |
| Potomac Shores Middle Dumfries, VA | 5.5 |
| Churchland Middle Portsmouth, VA | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rippon Middle
What grades does Rippon Middle serve?
Rippon Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Rippon Middle?
Rippon Middle has an enrollment of approximately 1,174 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rippon Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Rippon Middle is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rippon Middle rank in VA?
Rippon Middle ranks #1,244 of 1,851 schools in VA.
What is Rippon Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Rippon Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Rippon Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rippon Middle has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Rippon Middle a charter school?
No, Rippon Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rippon Middle a Title I school?
No, Rippon Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rippon Middle?
71.8% of students at Rippon 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,174
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 77
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Prince William County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.4%
- Phone
- (703) 491-2171
Resources & Links
District
Prince William County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 90,550
- Schools in District
- 99
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,373
- District Rank
- #66 of 94
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