School Overview
Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle School, located in Newport News, Virginia, is a dedicated educational institution serving students in the surrounding community. As part of the Newport News Public Schools district, the school focuses on providing a comprehensive middle school curriculum designed to bridge the transition between elementary and high school. The school’s environment is centered on fostering both academic achievement and the social-emotional development of its students, preparing them for the challenges of secondary education through a variety of core subjects and elective opportunities.

Beyond the standard academic requirements, Gildersleeve Middle School emphasizes the importance of community engagement and character development. The school utilizes its digital platform to keep families informed about school activities, academic resources, and district-wide initiatives. By encouraging parental involvement and maintaining clear communication, the school aims to cultivate a supportive partnership between educators, students, and families, ensuring that every student has the tools and guidance necessary to succeed in a safe and structured learning environment.
1,087
Total Students
69.0
Full-Time Teachers
15.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
97.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle
Demographic Student Count
White345
Hispanic252
Black354
Asian26
Two or More102
American Indian5
Pacific Islander3
  • Black
    354 (32.6%)
  • White
    345 (31.7%)
  • Hispanic
    252 (23.2%)
  • Two or More
    102 (9.4%)
  • Asian
    26 (2.4%)
  • American Indian
    5 (0.5%)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (0.3%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Newport News City Public Schools
Phone: (757)591-4862
Website: http://gildersleeve.nn.k12.va.us/
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 1,087
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 69.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 1,062
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 6 360
Grade 7 359
Grade 8 368

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle
Grade Student Count
Grade 6360
Grade 7359
Grade 8368
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female51747.6%
Male57052.4%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)