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Luray Middle

Middle School · Page County Public Schools

14 Luray Avenue, Luray, VA 22835

Enrollment

299

Student-Teacher

9.6:1

Score

6.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Virginia schools

#958 of 1,851

In Luray

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#4 of 8

Page County Public Schools

Equity

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Luray Middle

6.3/10

Middle School in Luray · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Luray Elementary

4.9/10

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5.2/10

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About Luray Middle

Luray Middle is a public middle school in Luray, VA, part of Page County Public Schools. Luray Middle serves approximately 299 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Luray Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #958 of 1,851 schools in VA.

Structured state assessment records for Luray Middle show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • VA avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Luray Middle sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

33% of students at Luray Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.2Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.13 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.1Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency81% (2025 SOL)
Reading/ELA Proficiency76% (2025 SOL)
Math vs. State Avg+5.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+0.3 pts
Overall Proficiency79% (2025 SOL, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)64% (model expectation from 2025 SOL)
vs. Expected+14.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile72th
Resources & Environment5.6Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,343
Chronic Absenteeism32.8%

Luray Middle — Students at Luray Middle score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

98.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 78.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
66.4% (2025 SOL)
ELA Proficiency 77.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
73.8% (2025 SOL)

Based on 33 test records from VA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
89%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
88%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
80%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
84%
ELA
73%
2013
Math
84%
ELA
76%
2014
Math
88%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
89%
ELA
79%
2016
Math
87%
ELA
79%
2017
ELA
76%
2018
Math
81%
ELA
76%
2019
Math
81%
ELA
76%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
66%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
66%
2025
Math
80.5%
ELA
76%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.2/10.

How Luray Middle Compares

See how Luray Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
48th percentile in VA
Academic
8.1/10
Excellent
Growth
5.2/10
Average
Environment
5.6/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
99%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

14 Luray Avenue, Luray, VA 22835

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Luray Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Page County Middle (rated 6.9/10, 10.5 miles away, in nearby Shenandoah), which scores slightly higher. Another option is North Fork Middle (rated 6.7/10, 11.6 miles away, in nearby Quicksburg), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Peter Muhlenberg Middle (rated 6.0/10, 14.6 miles away, in nearby Woodstock), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Luray, see our Luray schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Luray Elementary Luray 0.1 mi 4.9
Luray High Luray 1.6 mi 5.2
MT CARMEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Luray 2.1 mi 5.2
Springfield Elementary Rileyville 5.1 mi 7.3
Stanley Elementary Stanley 6.1 mi 3.6
Page County High Shenandoah 10.5 mi 8.2
Page County Middle Shenandoah 10.5 mi 6.9
HEARTHSTONE SCHOOL Sperryville 10.2 mi
CHARTERHOUSE SCHOOL - EDINBURG Edinburg 12.9 mi 6.8
North Fork Middle Quicksburg 11.6 mi 6.7
Mountain View High Quicksburg 11.6 mi 4.2
VALLEY BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Edinburg 13.7 mi 4.9
Honey Run Elementary Quicksburg 11.8 mi 4.3
Peter Muhlenberg Middle Woodstock 14.6 mi 6.0
W.W. Robinson Elementary Woodstock 14.6 mi 4.2
Central High Woodstock 14.7 mi 6.2
MASSANUTTEN MILITARY ACADEMY Woodstock 15.2 mi 6.3
SHENANDOAH VALLEY ADVENTIST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Market 12.4 mi 5.5
SHENANDOAH VALLEY ACADEMY New Market 12.6 mi 6.6
BELLE MEADE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sperryville 13.6 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 22835 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,365

Median Home Value

$245,900

Median Rent

$836/mo

Population

11,358

College Educated

20.5%

Homeownership

71.3%

Avg Commute

31.3 min

Poverty Rate

8.7%

Median Age

50.5

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Auburn Middle Riner, VA 6.2
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Martinsville Middle Martinsville, VA 6.1
Sussex Central Middle Stony Creek, VA 6.5
Thomas Hunter Middle Mathews, VA 6.5
Marshall Middle Marshall, VA 6.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Luray Middle

What grades does Luray Middle serve?

Luray Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Luray Middle?

Luray Middle has an enrollment of approximately 299 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Luray Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Luray Middle is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Luray Middle rank in VA?

Luray Middle ranks #958 of 1,851 schools in VA.

What is Luray Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Luray Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Luray Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Luray Middle has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Luray Middle a charter school?

No, Luray Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Luray Middle a Title I school?

No, Luray Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Luray Middle?

98.7% of students at Luray Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
43 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
299
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
98.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Page County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.8%

District

Page County Public Schools
District Enrollment
3,011
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,343
District Rank
#4 of 8

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