Summary:
Zip code 23124 in New Kent, Virginia is served by a single middle school, New Kent Middle, which enrolls 829 students in grades 6–8 as part of the highly ranked New Kent County Public Schools district.
New Kent Middle is a strong academic performer that consistently beats Virginia state averages in nearly every subject. The most impressive results come in mathematics: 98.8% of 8th graders taking Algebra I were proficient, and 8th grade math proficiency reached 74.42% versus just 46.86% statewide—a 27.6 percentage-point advantage. Civics is also a standout, with 84.67% proficiency compared to the state's 74.74%. The school earns 4 stars and ranks in the 75th percentile of Virginia middle schools, though its ranking has been volatile: it peaked at the 83rd percentile in 2024–2025 before slipping back from a 3-star rating in 2023–2024. The district itself is exceptional, ranked 9th out of 131 districts in Virginia with a 5-star rating.
While overall performance is strong, there are some areas of concern. In 2025–2026, 6th grade reading proficiency was 71.99%, slightly below the state average of 73.00%, and most subjects saw year-over-year declines, including 6th grade math (down 8.87 points) and 8th grade science (down 7.60 points). Chronic absenteeism sits at 12.6%—better than the state rate of 14.8% but above the district's 9.5%, making this an opportunity for improvement. About 28.23% of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, yet the school still posts strong results. With exceptional math programs, solid reading and civics scores, and a highly rated district behind it, New Kent Middle is a compelling option for families, though maintaining momentum in reading and reducing chronic absenteeism remain key areas to watch.
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