For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 895 students in 20170, VA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 20170, VA is Herndon Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 20170 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Virginia public middle school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 70% statewide average). Middle schools in 20170, VA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public middle school average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 20170, VA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Herndon Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
901 Locust St
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 904-4800
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 904-4800
Gr: 7-8 | 895 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 20170, VA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 20170, VA include Herndon Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 20170?
1 public middle schools are located in 20170.
What is the racial composition of students in 20170?
20170 public middle schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public middle schools average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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