Halifax County Middle School

Halifax County Middle School

Public Middle School | Grade 6-8
1011 Middle School Cir,  South Boston, VA
Halifax County Public Schools
4.8
847 Students
C
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mrs. Faye O. Bruce
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Math Proficiency
70%
Reading Proficiency
66%

Niche Grade

C
Academics
C
Teachers
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
66%
Math Proficiency
70%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers
71
Full Time Teachers
71
Teachers in First or Second Year
9.6%

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
362:1

Student Diversity

Male
50.8%
Female
49.2%
White
49.4%
Black
39.7%
Hispanic
5.5%
Two or more races
5.1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
4.8 6 Reviews
5.0 parent
6/8/2026
My son had a great experience. His teachers supported him and challenged him to do his best. He was also able to earn high school credit for Spanish!
5.0 parent
4/28/2026
My child is receiving a great education at HCMS. The courses are challenging, the teachers are engaged and there are lots of opportunities for learning a variety of electives. They have a variety of programs and sports for students to be involved with outside of academics as well.
5.0 parent
4/28/2026
Wonderful learning environment, great teachers, and great administration!
4.0 other
4/28/2026
What a wonderful environment and culture this school and their educators provide to our students. I'm really proud of the work they do to nurture the development of our students.

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Halifax County Middle School is a public school for students in grades 6-8 in South Boston, VA, in the South Boston neighborhood, and is served by the Halifax County Public Schools in Virginia. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 847 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 12:1. Academic records show that 70% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 66% are proficient in reading. Halifax County Middle School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $205,246. Discover additional schools in the area, like Halifax County High School, The Baptist Academy, Halifax Christian School, and more. Learn more about what South Boston has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Halifax County Middle School.

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