Summary:
Zip code 22849, located in Shenandoah, Virginia, is served by exactly one middle school, Page County Middle, which enrolls 318 students in grades 6 through 8.
As the only middle school in the area, Page County Middle offers a clear academic profile. Mathematics is the school's standout subject, with 8th-grade math proficiency at 84.62% in 2025–2026—nearly double the state average of 46.86%. Seventh-grade math also improved dramatically, jumping from 63.39% to 73.74% in one year. Eighth graders taking Algebra I achieved a perfect 100% proficiency, though this likely reflects a select group of advanced students. Reading scores are closer to state averages, with 7th-grade reading improving almost 6 points to 72.73%. Science remains slightly below the state average but is improving, while 8th-grade civics now exceeds the state average at 76.85%. With a student-teacher ratio of 10.7 and per-pupil spending of $9,873, the school provides relatively small classes and reasonable resources.
The school's statewide ranking has improved steadily, rising from the 43rd percentile in 2023–2024 to the 61st percentile in 2025–2026, and it currently holds 3 stars. This progress is notable given that 81.76% of students qualify for free or reduced lunch, yet academic gains continue. One area of concern is chronic absenteeism, at 18.2%, which is above the state average of 14.8%. Overall, Page County Middle demonstrates strong math performance, improving state rankings, and steady advancement across most subjects, making it a solid choice for families in the Shenandoah area within Page County Public Schools.
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