Founded in 1989, Lake Ridge Middle School serves more than 1,100 students in grades six through eight. Its academic curriculum includes reading, math, music, fine arts, French, Spanish and physical education. The school coordinates the English Language Learner program. It additionally provides instructive sessions related to keyboarding and technology education. The school operates a library that stocks a variety of educational and learning materials, as well as offers online catalog search services. It maintains a parent-teacher-student organization that holds regular meetings and conferences. The school also provides guidance counseling sessions and supports the National Junior Honor Society. It offers a range of sports activities, such as volleyball, soccer, football, and track and field. Lake Ridge Middle School is a part of Prince William County Public Schools, which is a school district that serves over 73,000 students through nearly 85 elementary, middle and high schools.