Halifax County Middle
847 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Halifax County Middle School, located in South Boston, Virginia, serves as the primary middle-level educational institution for students in Halifax County. As the consolidated middle school for the district, it plays a central role in the community by providing a bridge between elementary education and high school, focusing on the academic and social development of students during their adolescent years. The school emphasizes a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for the rigors of secondary education while fostering a supportive environment that encourages personal growth and extracurricular involvement.
The facility on Middle School Circle is structured to accommodate a diverse student body, offering various programs that range from core academic subjects to elective courses such as arts, technology, and athletics. As a key component of the Halifax County Public Schools system, the school prioritizes student engagement and community partnership, striving to maintain a standard of excellence that aligns with Virginia’s educational benchmarks. Through its dedicated faculty and staff, the school aims to cultivate a safe, inclusive, and challenging learning atmosphere that addresses the unique needs of middle school students as they transition toward adulthood.
The facility on Middle School Circle is structured to accommodate a diverse student body, offering various programs that range from core academic subjects to elective courses such as arts, technology, and athletics. As a key component of the Halifax County Public Schools system, the school prioritizes student engagement and community partnership, striving to maintain a standard of excellence that aligns with Virginia’s educational benchmarks. Through its dedicated faculty and staff, the school aims to cultivate a safe, inclusive, and challenging learning atmosphere that addresses the unique needs of middle school students as they transition toward adulthood.
847
Total Students
71.3
Full-Time Teachers
11.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
98.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 418 |
| Hispanic | 47 |
| Black | 336 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More | 43 |
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White418 (49.4%)
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Black336 (39.7%)
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Hispanic47 (5.5%)
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Two or More43 (5.1%)
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Asian3 (0.4%)
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: | Halifax County Public Schools |
| Phone: | (434)572-4100 |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 847 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 71.3 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 11.9 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 835 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
311
Grade 7
277
Grade 8
259
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 311 |
| Grade 7 | 277 |
| Grade 8 | 259 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 417 | 49.2% |
| Male | 430 | 50.8% |