For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 295 students in 23868, VA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 23868, VA is James S. Russell Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 23868 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Virginia public middle school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 70% statewide average). Middle schools in 23868, VA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public middle school average of 53% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 23868, VA Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
James S. Russell Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
19400 Christanna Hwy
Lawrenceville, VA 23868
(434) 848-2132
Lawrenceville, VA 23868
(434) 848-2132
Gr: 6-8 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
23868, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Brunswick Correctional Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1147 Planters Rd
Lawrenceville, VA 23868
(804) 848-4131
Lawrenceville, VA 23868
(804) 848-4131
1718 Farmer's Field Road
Lawrenceville, VA 23868
(434) 848-4324
Lawrenceville, VA 23868
(434) 848-4324
Gr: PK-6 | 186 students Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 23868, VA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 23868, VA include James S. Russell Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 23868?
1 public middle schools are located in 23868.
What is the racial composition of students in 23868?
23868 public middle schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public middle schools average of 53% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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