For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 967 students in 22079, VA.
The top ranked public middle school in 22079, VA is South County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 22079 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Virginia public middle school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 83% (versus the 70% statewide average). Middle schools in 22079, VA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Virginia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Virginia public middle school average of 53% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 22079, VA Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South County Middle School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8700 Laurel Crest Dr.
Lorton, VA 22079
(703) 690-5500
Lorton, VA 22079
(703) 690-5500
Grades: 7-8
| 967 students
22079, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
8101 Lorton Rd.
Lorton, VA 22079
(703) 446-2100
Lorton, VA 22079
(703) 446-2100
Grades: PK
| 418 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 22079, VA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 22079, VA include South County Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 22079?
1 public middle schools are located in 22079.
What is the racial composition of students in 22079?
22079 public middle schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Virginia public middle schools average of 53% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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