Very Good
#623 of 1,851 schools in VA
Top 34% in state
Yorktown Middle
Middle School · York County Public Schools
11201 Geo Wash Mem Hwy, Yorktown, VA 23692
Enrollment
652
Student-Teacher
5:1
Score
7.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
652
Student-Teacher
5:1
Score
7.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Virginia schools
#623 of 1,851
In Yorktown
#10 of 12
public schools
In district
#15 of 19
York County Public Schools
School environment
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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Yorktown Middle
Middle School in Yorktown · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Yorktown Middle
Yorktown Middle is a public middle school in Yorktown, VA, part of York County Public Schools. Yorktown Middle serves approximately 652 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 5:1 student-teacher ratio. Yorktown Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #623 of 1,851 schools in VA.
Structured state assessment records for Yorktown Middle show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 8.0
- VA avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 5:1 students to teachers, Yorktown Middle sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Yorktown Middle — Students at Yorktown Middle score 80% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 80%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
39%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)
Based on 33 test records from VA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.1/10.
How Yorktown Middle Compares
See how Yorktown Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
11201 Geo Wash Mem Hwy, Yorktown, VA 23692
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Yorktown Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Grafton Middle (rated 7.7/10, 4.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Mary Passage Middle (rated 4.5/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Newport News), a more accessible option. Additionally, Ella J. Fitzgerald Middle (rated 3.8/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Newport News), a more accessible option. For more schools in Yorktown, see our Yorktown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GRACE EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Yorktownn | 0.9 mi | — |
| York High Yorktown | 1.7 mi | 9.1 |
| York River Academy Yorktown | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Yorktown Elementary Yorktown | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Oliver C. Greenwood Elementary Newport News | 3.4 mi | 2.8 |
| Woodside High Newport News | 3.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Katherine Johnson Elementary Newport News | 3.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Abingdon Elementary Hayes | 4.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Richneck Elementary Newport News | 4.7 mi | 3.6 |
| Ella J. Fitzgerald Middle Newport News | 4.7 mi | 3.8 |
| NNBHC-THE ACADEMY AT LEE HALL Newport News | 4.0 mi | 8.2 |
| DENBIGH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Newport News | 5.0 mi | — |
| Denbigh Early Childhood Center Newport News | 4.8 mi | 3.4 |
| Grafton Middle Yorktown | 4.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Grafton High Yorktown | 5.0 mi | 8.6 |
| George J. McIntosh Elementary Newport News | 5.4 mi | 2.5 |
| Seaford Elementary Seaford | 4.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Mary Passage Middle Newport News | 5.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Dare Elementary Yorktown | 5.4 mi | 7.7 |
| General Stanford Elementary Ft. Eustis | 5.5 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 23692 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$106,668
Median Home Value
$404,500
Median Rent
$1,862/mo
Population
19,208
College Educated
49.8%
Homeownership
77.6%
Avg Commute
24.4 min
Poverty Rate
4%
Median Age
43.8
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Forest Middle Forest, VA | 7.2 |
| Joseph T. Henley Middle Crozet, VA | 7.2 |
| Kings Glen Elementary Springfield, VA | 7.2 |
| Peasley Middle Gloucester, VA | 7.2 |
| Pulaski County Middle Pulaski, VA | 7.2 |
| Signal Knob Middle Strasburg, VA | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Yorktown Middle
What grades does Yorktown Middle serve?
Yorktown Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Yorktown Middle?
Yorktown Middle has an enrollment of approximately 652 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Yorktown Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Yorktown Middle is 5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Yorktown Middle rank in VA?
Yorktown Middle ranks #623 of 1,851 schools in VA.
What is Yorktown Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Yorktown Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Yorktown Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Yorktown Middle has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Yorktown Middle a charter school?
No, Yorktown Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Yorktown Middle a Title I school?
No, Yorktown Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Yorktown Middle?
39.0% of students at Yorktown 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 652
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 130
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 39.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.6%
- Phone
- (757) 898-0360
Resources & Links
District
York County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 12,726
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,844
- District Rank
- #15 of 19
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