For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 943 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 80% (versus the Virginia public middle school average of 65%), 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 59% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Virginia public middle school average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 22079, VA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South County Middle School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8700 Laurel Crest Dr.
Lorton, VA 22079
(703) 690-5500
Lorton, VA 22079
(703) 690-5500
Gr: 7-8 | 943 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
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 59% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Virginia public middle schools average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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