School Overview
B.T. Washington Middle School, located in Newport News, Virginia, serves as a cornerstone of its local community, operating under the Newport News Public Schools district. The school is named in honor of the prominent educator and civil rights leader Booker T. Washington, and it strives to uphold his legacy by fostering an environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and student engagement. The campus is situated on Chestnut Avenue, serving as a central hub for middle-grade students in the surrounding area and offering a variety of core academic programs designed to prepare students for the transition to high school.

Beyond its standard curriculum, B.T. Washington Middle School places a strong focus on cultivating a supportive school culture that encourages student involvement in extracurricular activities, athletics, and academic enrichment. By maintaining a connection with the Newport News community, the school works to ensure that its students have access to the resources and guidance necessary for success. For families and community members looking for detailed information regarding school policies, academic calendars, or contact information, the school maintains an official website that serves as an essential portal for ongoing school communication.
422
Total Students
27.5
Full-Time Teachers
15.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
98.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for B.T. WASHINGTON MIDDLE
Demographic Student Count
White141
Hispanic33
Black202
Asian9
Two or More36
American Indian1
  • Black
    202 (47.9 %)
  • White
    141 (33.4 %)
  • Two or More
    36 (8.5 %)
  • Hispanic
    33 (7.8 %)
  • Asian
    9 (2.1 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2 %)
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)928-6860
Website: http://washington.nn.k12.va.us/
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 422
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 27.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 414
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 6 141
Grade 7 144
Grade 8 137

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for B.T. WASHINGTON MIDDLE
Grade Student Count
Grade 6141
Grade 7144
Grade 8137
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for B.T. WASHINGTON MIDDLE
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female22653.6%
Male19646.4%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)