Best 23224 Virginia Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 1,150 students in 23224, VA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 23224, VA is River City Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 23224 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Virginia public middle school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 70% statewide average). Middle schools in 23224, VA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public middle school average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 23224, VA Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
River City Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
6300 Hull Street Rd
Richmond, VA 23224
(804) 272-7554
Gr: 6-8 | 1,150 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 23224, VA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 23224, VA include River City Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 23224?
1 public middle schools are located in 23224.
What is the racial composition of students in 23224?
23224 public middle schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public middle schools average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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