Grafton Middle School

405 Grafton Dr
Yorktown, VA 23692
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Serving 937 students in grades 6-8, Grafton Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 937 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 45%
  • : Top 10% in VA
  • : 84% (Top 20%)
  • : 88% (Top 10%)
  • : 81% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Grafton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Grafton Middle School's student population of 937 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
937 students
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Grafton Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grafton Middle School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (VA)
#168 out of 1773 schools
(Top 10%)
84%
68%
(20-21)
88%
69%
(20-21)
81%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Asian
9%
8%
Hispanic
13%
20%
Black
12%
21%
White
55%
44%
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.65
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Grafton Middle School's ranking?
Grafton Middle School is ranked #168 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Grafton Middle School often compared to?
Grafton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tabb Middle School, Yorktown Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Grafton Middle School?
937 students attend Grafton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Grafton Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grafton Middle School?
Grafton Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Grafton Middle School offer ?
Grafton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Grafton Middle School part of?
Grafton Middle School is part of York County School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 937 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 45%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 84% (Top 20%)
  • : 88% (Top 10%)
  • : 81% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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