For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 359 students in 22949, VA.
The top ranked public middle school in 22949, VA is Nelson Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 22949 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Virginia public middle school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 70% statewide average). Middle schools in 22949, VA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public middle school average of 53% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 22949, VA Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nelson Middle School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6925 Thomas Nelson Highway
Lovingston, VA 22949
(434) 263-4801
Lovingston, VA 22949
(434) 263-4801
Gr: 6-8 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 22949, VA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 22949, VA include Nelson Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 22949?
1 public middle schools are located in 22949.
What is the racial composition of students in 22949?
22949 public middle schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public middle schools average of 53% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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