School Overview
James Madison Middle School, located in the Raleigh Court neighborhood of Roanoke, Virginia, is a public school serving students in grades 6–8 as part of the Roanoke City Public Schools district. The school is known for its commitment to providing a comprehensive academic experience, offering a variety of core subjects, elective courses, and extracurricular activities designed to support the intellectual and social development of its diverse student body. Its location on Overland Road places it in a historic part of the city, fostering a strong sense of community involvement and local pride.

In addition to its standard curriculum, James Madison Middle emphasizes the importance of a well-rounded middle school education by encouraging student participation in athletics, music, and various clubs. The school focuses on preparing students for the transition to high school by promoting a positive learning environment, utilizing technology in the classroom, and maintaining communication with parents and guardians. For families looking for the most current information regarding school policies, academic calendars, or district announcements, the official website at [www.rcps.info](http://www.rcps.info) serves as the primary resource for the entire Roanoke City school system.
580
Total Students
40.0
Full-Time Teachers
14.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
102.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for JAMES MADISON MIDDLE
Demographic Student Count
White270
Hispanic36
Black213
Asian13
Two or More43
American Indian5
  • White
    270 (46.6 %)
  • Black
    213 (36.7 %)
  • Two or More
    43 (7.4 %)
  • Hispanic
    36 (6.2 %)
  • Asian
    13 (2.2 %)
  • American Indian
    5 (0.9 %)
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: Roanoke City Public Schools
Phone: (540)853-2351
Website: http://www.rcps.info
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 580
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 40.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 596
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 6 205
Grade 7 188
Grade 8 187

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for JAMES MADISON MIDDLE
Grade Student Count
Grade 6205
Grade 7188
Grade 8187
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for JAMES MADISON MIDDLE
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female28348.8%
Male29751.2%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)