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B.T. Washington Middle

3700 Chestnut Ave, Newport News, VA, 23607

Top 10% School in Virginia

Ranked 25 of 191 in Virginia

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About B.T. Washington Middle

B.T. Washington Middle is a public middle school in Newport News, Virginia, that serves students in grades 6–8. There are about 427 students at the school, and the student-to-teacher ratio is 16:1. This means that the classrooms are a good size and each student gets individual attention. B.T. Washington Middle has a full academic program that focuses on core subjects like math and English language arts. It also offers enrichment activities in STEM, the arts, and technology integration. The student body is made up of people from different backgrounds, which makes for a welcoming and supportive learning environment. According to USA News data, 83% of students at B.T. Washington Middle School are proficient or better in math, and 78% are proficient or better in reading. These results show that the school cares about its students' academic success and excellence. B.T. Washington Middle School has more than just classes. It also has resources and activities outside of school that help students become better people, think critically, and work together. The school shows that it is dedicated to giving students a good education that will help them do well in high school and beyond. It also makes the school a fun and supportive place to be.

Contact Information

Address

3700 Chestnut Ave, Newport News, VA, 23607

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Phone

(757) 928-6860

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 83%
Reading 78%
State average proficiency is 83% in Math and 78% in Reading.
27
Full-time Teachers
16 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
18
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
427
Total Students
$76088
Avg. Teacher Salary

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TOP 25 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at B.T. Washington Middle

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

School Ratings

Ranked

25

of 191 in Virginia

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:10 AM - 2:55 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:55 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 32.79%
Asian 1.41%
Hispanic 7.49%
Black 48.24%
Two+ Races 9.84%
Native Am. 0.23%
White
32.79%
Asian
1.41%
Hispanic
7.49%
Black
48.24%
Two+ Races
9.84%
Native Am.
0.23%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 427
53.16%
227 Female
46.84%
200 Male

Student Population

427 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

427 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Marine Science and College Prep Magnet Program

The school’s marine science and pre-Advanced Placement magnet program enriches students’ learning with access to science labs, an outdoor classroom, and hands-on environmental curriculum connected to coastal ecosystems.

FAQ

Q1. How does Ramay Junior High School let parents know about important dates and events?

Ans. School newsletters, district communication tools, and reminders from teachers let families know about important dates and events so they can plan ahead.

Q2. What kinds of behavior do you expect from students to help make the school a better place?

Ans. Behavior expectations are all about respect and responsibility. Staff members help students make good choices and create a supportive environment.

Q3. How does the school use technology in its daily life?

Ans. Technology integration includes platforms that the district supports that help students do their work, talk to their teachers, and stay organized.

Q4. What does Ramay Junior High do to help students feel good?

Ans. Help for well-being includes counseling services and programs run by staff that help students deal with social, emotional, and academic problems.

Q5. Do students have the chance to join clubs or take part in activities?

Ans. Students can join several clubs or extracurricular activities that are meant to help them develop their interests and connect with others.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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