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St. Clare Walker Middle

Middle School · Middlesex County Public Schools

PO Box 9, Locust Hill, VA 23092

Enrollment

270

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

5.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Virginia schools

#1,279 of 1,851

In Locust Hill

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

Middlesex County Public Schools

Equity

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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St. Clare Walker Middle

5.3/10

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

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About St. Clare Walker Middle

St. Clare Walker Middle is a public middle school in Locust Hill, VA, part of Middlesex County Public Schools. St.

Clare Walker Middle serves approximately 270 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St. Clare Walker Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,279 of 1,851 schools in VA.

Structured state assessment records for St. Clare Walker Middle show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts below VA schools
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • VA avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

St. Clare Walker Middle sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.5Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.16 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency69% (2025 SOL)
Reading/ELA Proficiency72% (2025 SOL)
Math vs. State Avg-6.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3.7 pts
Overall Proficiency71% (2025 SOL, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)64% (model expectation from 2025 SOL)
vs. Expected+6.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
Resources & Environment7.8Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,498
Chronic Absenteeism27%

St. Clare Walker Middle — Students at St. Clare Walker Middle score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

97.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 72.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
66.4% (2025 SOL)
ELA Proficiency 77.0% (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
95%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
95%
ELA
94%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
83%
2013
Math
80%
ELA
81%
2014
Math
90%
ELA
85%
2015
Math
83%
ELA
80%
2016
Math
51%
ELA
78%
2017
ELA
75%
2018
Math
81%
ELA
73%
2019
Math
81%
ELA
73%
2020*
Math
33%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
33%
ELA
57%
2025
Math
68.5%
ELA
72%

* 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: 2.5/10.

How St. Clare Walker Middle Compares

See how St. Clare Walker Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
31th percentile in VA
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.8/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
98%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.0%

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

PO Box 9, Locust Hill, VA 23092

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St. Clare Walker Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Page Middle (rated 8.3/10, 15.8 miles away, in nearby Gloucester), which scores notably higher. Another option is Peasley Middle (rated 7.2/10, 13.6 miles away, in nearby Gloucester), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Thomas Hunter Middle (rated 6.5/10, 14.2 miles away, in nearby Mathews), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Locust Hill, see our Locust Hill schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Middlesex Elementary Locust Hill 0.3 mi 4.6
CHRISTCHURCH SCHOOL Christchurch 3.2 mi 7.5
Middlesex High Saluda 5.8 mi 7.6
CHESAPEAKE ACADEMY Irvington 6.4 mi 6.4
WARE ACADEMY Gloucester 11.5 mi 7.4
Petsworth Elementary Gloucester 10.6 mi 8.0
Lancaster Elementary School Kilmarnock 10.5 mi 3.6
Lancaster Early Childhood Education Center Kilmarnock 10.6 mi
GLOUCESTER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Gloucester 11.9 mi
Botetourt Elementary Gloucester 12.2 mi 8.3
Lancaster High Lancaster 12.5 mi 6.3
Peasley Middle Gloucester 13.6 mi 7.2
Bethel Elementary Gloucester 13.8 mi 8.5
Gloucester High Gloucester 14.5 mi 7.4
Mathews High Mathews 13.6 mi 6.0
Page Middle Gloucester 15.8 mi 8.3
Thomas Hunter Middle Mathews 14.2 mi 6.5
Mathews Elementary Mathews 14.3 mi 8.5
King & Queen Elementary Mattaponi 15.6 mi 2.8
West Point Elementary West Point 16.4 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 23092 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Home Value

$255,800

Population

807

College Educated

29.1%

Homeownership

80.2%

Poverty Rate

6.8%

Median Age

56.5

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Lebanon Middle Lebanon, VA 5.6
Northampton Middle Eastville, VA 5.7
Amelia County Middle Amelia, VA 5.8
Lunenburg Middle Victoria, VA 4.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St. Clare Walker Middle

What grades does St. Clare Walker Middle serve?

St. Clare Walker Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend St. Clare Walker Middle?

St. Clare Walker Middle has an enrollment of approximately 270 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St. Clare Walker Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at St. Clare Walker Middle is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does St. Clare Walker Middle rank in VA?

St. Clare Walker Middle ranks #1,279 of 1,851 schools in VA.

What is St. Clare Walker Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

St. Clare Walker 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 St. Clare Walker Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, St. Clare Walker Middle has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is St. Clare Walker Middle a charter school?

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

Is St. Clare Walker Middle a Title I school?

No, St. Clare Walker Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for St. Clare Walker Middle?

97.8% of students at St. Clare Walker 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
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
270
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
97.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.0%

District

Middlesex County Public Schools
District Enrollment
1,226
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,498
District Rank
#2 of 3

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