Van Sickle Academy vs Ware Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Massachusetts, United States, 29 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Van Sickle Academy
Springfield · Public middle · Grades 6–8
262 students
Ware Middle School
Ware · Public middle · Grades 4–6
261 students
| Measure | Van Sickle Academy Springfield, Massachusetts | Ware Middle School Ware, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #296 of 300 | #236 of 300 |
| National rank | #14171 of 15,369 | #9854 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 4–6 |
| Students | 262 | 261 |
| Enrollment | 262 | 261 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 9% | 38% |
| city | Springfield | Ware |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ware Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.9 vs 17.6).
- •Ware Middle School does better on math proficiency (38% vs 9%).
- •Ware Middle School does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 17%).
- •Van Sickle Academy does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 14.5).
- •Van Sickle Academy is the larger school with 262 students compared with 261.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Van Sickle Academy better than Ware Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Ware Middle School ranks higher (39.9 vs 17.6 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Van Sickle Academy and Ware Middle School?
About 29 km in a straight line, between Springfield and Ware in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Van Sickle Academy: 262. Ware Middle School: 261. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Van Sickle Academy and Ware Middle School rank in Massachusetts?
Van Sickle Academy is 296th of 300 and Ware Middle School is 236th of 300 among middle schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).