Serving 974 students in grades 7-8, South County Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 974 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South County Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
South County Middle School's student population of 974 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
974 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South County Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South County Middle School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#387 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
18%
7%
Hispanic
15%
18%
Black
22%
22%
White
38%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South County Middle School's ranking?
South County Middle School is ranked #387 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are South County Middle School often compared to?
South County Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hayfield Secondary, Irving Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend South County Middle School?
974 students attend South County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of South County Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 18% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South County Middle School?
South County Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does South County Middle School offer ?
South County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South County Middle School part of?
South County Middle School is part of Fairfax Co PBLC Schs School District.
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