For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 280 students in Independence, VA.
The top-ranked public middle school in Independence, VA is Independence Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Independence, VA public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 76% (versus the Virginia public middle school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 70% statewide average). Middle schools in Independence have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public middle school average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in Independence, VA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Independence Middle School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
100 Blue Devil Drive
Independence, VA 24348
(276) 773-3020
Independence, VA 24348
(276) 773-3020
Gr: 6-8 | 280 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Independence, VA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Independence, VA include Independence Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Independence?
1 public middle schools are located in Independence.
What is the racial composition of students in Independence?
Independence public middle schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public middle schools average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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