U.S. News & World Report has named Porter Traditional School the fourth-best middle school in Virginia. The ranking highlights the school’s academic achievements in mathematics and reading, setting it apart from other middle schools in the state.
The annual rankings are based on a comprehensive analysis of performance indicators, including mathematics and reading proficiency. U.S. News & World Report evaluates schools by comparing students’ performance on state assessments to its modeled expectations. This model accounts for various factors to determine how effectively a school is supporting its students' academic growth.