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.
1,130
Total Students
69.0
Full-Time Teachers
16.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
94.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for ETHEL M. GILDERSLEEVE MIDDLE
Demographic Student Count
White373
Hispanic249
Black387
Asian19
Two or More96
American Indian6
  • Black
    387 (34.2 %)
  • White
    373 (33.0 %)
  • Hispanic
    249 (22.0 %)
  • Two or More
    96 (8.5 %)
  • Asian
    19 (1.7 %)
  • American Indian
    6 (0.5 %)
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: 1,130
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 69.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 1,062
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 6 380
Grade 7 363
Grade 8 387

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for ETHEL M. GILDERSLEEVE MIDDLE
Grade Student Count
Grade 6380
Grade 7363
Grade 8387
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for ETHEL M. GILDERSLEEVE MIDDLE
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female53747.5%
Male59352.5%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)