For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 853 students in 22602, VA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 22602, VA is Admiral Richard E. Byrd Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 22602 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Virginia public middle school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 70% statewide average). Middle schools in 22602, VA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public middle school average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 22602, VA Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Admiral Richard E. Byrd Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
134 Rosa Lane
Winchester, VA 22602
(540) 662-0500
Winchester, VA 22602
(540) 662-0500
Gr: 6-8 | 853 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
22602, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1481 Senseny Road
Winchester, VA 22602
(540) 667-7863
Winchester, VA 22602
(540) 667-7863
Gr: PK-5 | 458 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 22602, VA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 22602, VA include Admiral Richard E. Byrd Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 22602?
1 public middle schools are located in 22602.
What is the racial composition of students in 22602?
22602 public middle schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public middle schools average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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