For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,477 students in 22405, VA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 22405, VA are Donald B. Dixon-lyle R. Smith Middle School and Edward E. Drew Jr. Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 22405 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Virginia public middle school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 70% statewide average). Middle schools in 22405, VA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public middle school average of 53% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 22405, VA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Donald B. Dixon-lyle R. Smith Middle School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
503 Deacon Road
Fredericksburg, VA 22405
(540) 899-0860
Fredericksburg, VA 22405
(540) 899-0860
Gr: 6-8 | 877 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Edward E. Drew Jr. Middle School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
501 Cambridge St
Fredericksburg, VA 22405
(540) 371-1415
Fredericksburg, VA 22405
(540) 371-1415
Gr: 6-8 | 600 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 22405, VA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 22405, VA include Donald B. Dixon-lyle R. Smith Middle School and Edward E. Drew Jr. Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 22405?
2 public middle schools are located in 22405.
What is the racial composition of students in 22405?
22405 public middle schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public middle schools average of 53% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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