Best Grayson County Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 671 students in Grayson County, VA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in Grayson County, VA are Grayson Highlands, Independence Middle School and Fries Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Grayson County, VA public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the Virginia public middle school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 70% statewide average). Middle schools in Grayson County have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Virginia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public middle school average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best Public Middle Schools in Grayson County (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Grayson Highlands
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
6459 Troutdale Hwy.
Troutdale, VA 24378
(276) 579-2235
Gr: PK-7 | 156 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Independence Middle School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
100 Blue Devil Drive
Independence, VA 24348
(276) 773-3020
Gr: 6-8 | 280 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #33.
Fries Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
114 E Main St
Fries, VA 24330
(276) 744-7201
Gr: PK-7 | 231 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 10%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Grayson County, VA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Grayson County, VA include Grayson Highlands, Independence Middle School and Fries Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in Grayson County?
3 public middle schools are located in Grayson County.
What is the racial composition of students in Grayson County?
Grayson County public middle schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public middle schools average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public middle schools in Grayson County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public middle schools in Grayson County include: Independence Middle School vs. Grayson Highlands, Grayson Highlands vs. Independence Middle School

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