For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 516 students in 24437, VA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 24437, VA is S. Gordon Stewart Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 24437 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Virginia public middle school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 70% statewide average). Middle schools in 24437, VA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public middle school average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24437, VA Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
S. Gordon Stewart Middle School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
118 Fort Defiance Rd
Fort Defiance, VA 24437
(540) 245-5046
Fort Defiance, VA 24437
(540) 245-5046
Gr: 6-8 | 516 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 24437, VA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 24437, VA include S. Gordon Stewart Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 24437?
1 public middle schools are located in 24437.
What is the racial composition of students in 24437?
24437 public middle schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public middle schools average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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