Serving 943 students in grades 7-8, South County Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 80% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). 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 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 943 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: South County Middle serves the southern part of Lorton, VA, covering an area of approximately 31.9 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking about 10-15 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of its attendance zone is 5.1 miles, extending up to 8.6 miles at its furthest point.
- 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
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
South County Middle School's student population of 943 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
943 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Rankings
South County Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 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 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#327 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)83%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
16%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
19%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
41%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.5%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
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 #327 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% 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?
943 students attend South County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of South County Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 16% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 9% 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 13:1, which is lower than 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South County Middle School part of?
South County Middle School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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