Montross Middle

Montross Middle School is a public middle school in Montross, Virginia, serving 336 students in grades 6 through 8. With a student-teacher ratio of 10.5:1, classes stay small enough for teachers to track individual progress closely. The school earns a composite score of 9.4 out of 10, rated Exceptional on MySchoolScout's scale.

Its academic score stands at 9.1, while its growth score of 9.8 signals that students make strong gains year over year — not just that the school starts with high-performing students. That combination puts Montross Middle at #4 out of 340 middle schools in Virginia, an unusually strong finish in one of the most competitive school landscapes in the Mid-Atlantic region. Statewide, the picture is equally striking.

Montross Middle ranks #10 out of 1,850 public schools in Virginia across all grade levels, outperforming 100% of Virginia schools in its composite ratings. For families weighing options in Westmoreland County, this performance is a meaningful differentiator — particularly for parents prioritizing measurable academic growth alongside strong baseline achievement. The school's data profile makes it one of the most compelling choices for middle school families anywhere in the state.

Located in a rural area, Montross Middle may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.