For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 939 students in 22406, VA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 22406, VA is T. Benton Gayle Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 22406 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Virginia public middle school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 70% statewide average). Middle schools in 22406, VA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public middle school average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 22406, VA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
T. Benton Gayle Middle School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
100 Panther Drive
Fredericksburg, VA 22406
(540) 373-0383
Fredericksburg, VA 22406
(540) 373-0383
Gr: 6-8 | 939 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 22406, VA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 22406, VA include T. Benton Gayle Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 22406?
1 public middle schools are located in 22406.
What is the racial composition of students in 22406?
22406 public middle schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public middle schools average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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