In 1990, Bailey Bridge Middle School opened its doors to support the educational needs of one of the fastest-growing counties in the state. It is the first school in Chesterfield that was built around the synergetic concept that tailors to the unique needs of middle school students. The 127,000 square foot building is organized into grade level areas, which are designed with accessibility in mind by eliminating organizational problems sometimes experienced by students of this age group. Annual enrollment for grades six through eight is approximately 1,500 students.
With a student-teacher ratio of 15 to 1, Bailey Bridge faculty work to accommodate a fast-developing generation of learners. The Bears are historically community-minded and strive to accommodate the distinctive academic, physical, and social-emotional needs of each individual student.
The middle school is built on 30 acres of land, directly adjoining the Manchester High School campus, which opened two years after Bailey Bridge. The view of the upper school is one that younger students can aspire to. The close proximity between the two schools reinforces the school’s commitment to collaboration. Bailey Bridge parents appreciate the advocacy for togetherness within the large student population.
Bailey Bridge Middle School
Public Middle School
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Grade 6-8
12501 Bailey Bridge Rd,
Midlothian, VA
Chesterfield County Public Schools
School Details
Head of School
Kume Goranson
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Math Proficiency
73%
Reading Proficiency
75%
Niche Grade
C+
C+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
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Reading Proficiency
75%
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Math Proficiency
73%
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Teachers
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Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
103
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Full Time Teachers
103
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Teachers in First or Second Year
6.9%
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GreatSchools Rating
4
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
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Students Per Counselor
367:1
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Student Diversity
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Male
52.2%
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Female
47.8%
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White
52.7%
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Black
20.8%
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Hispanic
15%
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Two or more races
7%
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Asian or Pacific Islander
3.9%
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Native American
<1%
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Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
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Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
8/4/2018
I really enjoyed going to Bailey Bridge. It really was a school I am never going to forget, I had teachers who made me motivated and excited for school, and the electives were a lot more fun than I ever thought they'd be.
GreatSchools Reviews
9/23/2025
The racism here is RIDICULOUS!! Kids are constantly being called racial slurs by other kids. You would think that wouldn’t be an issue in 2025. The lack of actions this school takes in reference to bullying is insane. Melanie should be a shame!! Get your black and brown kids OUT of this school.
3/13/2025
Bailey bridge is full of exciting things but there is always drama. Teachers interact with students very well
2/26/2025
Teachers give hour long assignments about how long your pubes are and then give you five more the next day
9/7/2024
i just started going here and i just have to say, the kids here are honestly for some reason really rude and almost never get enough of a talk. the teachers are amazing but if you do want to take your kid here, expect them to probably either be the bully or be bullied.
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Homes For Sale
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Average Home Value
$580,553
Median Lot Size
15,245 Sq Ft
% Renters
20%
Average Household Income
$140,803
% of College Grads
57.4%
Median Age
41
Average House Size
2,513 Sq Ft
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Additional Schools in the Area
- 9th to 12th
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Parks in this Area
Colony Park
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Hensley Soccer Complex
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Lavenham Playground
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Brading Park
- Picnic Area
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- Multi-Purpose Field
Bailey Bridge Middle School is a public school for students in grades 6-8 in Midlothian, VA, in the Midlothian neighborhood, and is served by the Chesterfield County Public Schools in Virginia. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,567 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Academic records show that 73% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 75% are proficient in reading. Bailey Bridge Middle School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $580,553. Discover additional schools in the area, like Manchester High, Thelma Crenshaw Elementary School, Alberta Smith Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what Midlothian has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Bailey Bridge Middle School.