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#1271 of 1,851 schools in VA
Short Pump Middle
Middle School · Henrico County Public Schools
4701 Pouncey Tract Rd, Glen Allen, VA 23060
Enrollment
1,082
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
5.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,082
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
5.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Virginia schools
#1,271 of 1,851
In Glen Allen
#12 of 15
public schools
In district
#31 of 67
Henrico County Public Schools
Academic performance
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Short Pump Middle
Middle School in Glen Allen · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Short Pump Middle
Short Pump Middle is a public middle school in Glen Allen, VA, part of Henrico County Public Schools. Short Pump Middle serves approximately 1,082 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Short Pump Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,271 of 1,851 schools in VA.
Structured state assessment records for Short Pump Middle show 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 90% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 4.3
- VA avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Short Pump Middle — Students at Short Pump Middle score 84% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 86%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
16.3%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 4.9/10.
How Short Pump Middle Compares
See how Short Pump 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
4701 Pouncey Tract Rd, Glen Allen, VA 23060
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Short Pump Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Pocahontas Middle (rated 6.4/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Richmond), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Holman Middle (rated 5.2/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Glen Allen, see our Glen Allen schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Colonial Trail Elementary Glen Allen | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Twin Hickory Elementary Glen Allen | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Deep Run High Glen Allen | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Short Pump Elementary Richmond | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| GODDARD SCHOOL Richmond | 1.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Pocahontas Middle Richmond | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| THALES ACADEMY GLEN ALLEN Glen Allen | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| THE GODDARD SCHOOL - NUCKOLS Glen Allen | 1.5 mi | — |
| LEAFSPRING SCHOOL AT WYNDHAM Glen Allen | 1.8 mi | — |
| Shady Grove Elementary Glen Allen | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
| MOUNT VERNON PRESCHOOL Glen Allen | 1.8 mi | — |
| Holman Middle Glen Allen | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Nuckols Farm Elementary Richmond | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| David A. Kaechele Elementary Glen Allen | 2.1 mi | 8.3 |
| LEAF SPRINGS SCHOOL AT THREE CHOPT Henrico | 2.3 mi | — |
| LEAFSPRING - THREE CHOPT Richmond | 2.3 mi | — |
| Rivers Edge Elementary Glen Allen | 2.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Gayton Elementary Richmond | 2.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Springfield Park Elementary Glen Allen | 2.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Mills E. Godwin High Richmond | 3.2 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 23060 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$106,685
Median Home Value
$384,800
Median Rent
$1,696/mo
Population
36,111
College Educated
51.2%
Homeownership
79.1%
Avg Commute
21.3 min
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Median Age
41.5
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|---|---|
| Churchland Middle Portsmouth, VA | 5.3 |
| Colonel Fred Cherry Middle Suffolk, VA | 5.3 |
| Graham Park Middle Triangle, VA | 5.3 |
| J.E.J. Moore Middle Disputanta, VA | 5.3 |
| Wilson Middle Fishersville, VA | 5.3 |
| Bull Run Middle Gainesville, VA | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Short Pump Middle
What grades does Short Pump Middle serve?
Short Pump Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Short Pump Middle?
Short Pump Middle has an enrollment of approximately 1,082 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Short Pump Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Short Pump Middle is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Short Pump Middle rank in VA?
Short Pump Middle ranks #1,271 of 1,851 schools in VA.
What is Short Pump Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Short Pump Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Short Pump Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Short Pump Middle has 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 90% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Short Pump Middle a charter school?
No, Short Pump Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Short Pump Middle a Title I school?
No, Short Pump Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Short Pump Middle?
16.3% of students at Short Pump 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
- 1,082
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 62
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 16.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Henrico County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.3%
- Phone
- (804) 360-0800
Resources & Links
District
Henrico County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 50,463
- Schools in District
- 81
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,973
- District Rank
- #31 of 67
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