SOUTH COUNTY MIDDLE

8700 Laurel Crest Dr.
Lorton, VA 22079

951 Students

Middle School 7th - 8th

School Overview

South County Middle School, located in Lorton, Virginia, is a key part of the Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) district. Serving students in grades 7 and 8, the school is situated on a shared campus with the adjacent South County High School, which helps facilitate a smooth transition for students as they move into their secondary education. The school is known for its modern facilities and a commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive environment that supports both academic growth and the social-emotional development of early adolescents.

Academically, South County Middle offers a diverse curriculum designed to prepare students for the rigors of high school and beyond, including advanced coursework and a variety of elective options that allow students to explore interests in the arts, technology, and world languages. The school emphasizes a "community-first" approach, encouraging active parental involvement and offering numerous extracurricular activities, clubs, and athletic programs. By focusing on collaboration and student engagement, the school aims to cultivate a well-rounded student body prepared to navigate the challenges of the 21st century.

951

Total Students

59.2

Full-Time Teachers

16.1

Student/Teacher Ratio

23.0%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for SOUTH COUNTY MIDDLE
Demographic	Student Count
White	350
Hispanic	145
Black	200
Asian	173
Two or More	77
American Indian	4
Pacific Islander	2

White
350 (36.8 %)
Black
200 (21.0 %)
Asian
173 (18.2 %)
Hispanic
145 (15.2 %)
Two or More
77 (8.1 %)
American Indian
4 (0.4 %)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.2 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Middle School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Fairfax County Public Schools
Phone:	(703)690-5500
Grade Range:	7th - 8th
Total Students:	951
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	59.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.1
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	174
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	45

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 7 472

Grade 8 479