Academy for Discovery at Lakewood vs Skyline Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Virginia, United States, 285 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Academy for Discovery at Lakewood
Norfolk · Public middle · Grades 3–8
739 students
Skyline Middle
Harrisonburg · Public middle · Grades 6–8
738 students
| Measure | Academy for Discovery at Lakewood Norfolk, Virginia | Skyline Middle Harrisonburg, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 67 Top 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #262 of 340 | #301 of 340 |
| National rank | #3943 of 15,369 | #5146 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 3–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 739 | 738 |
| Enrollment | 739 | 738 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 85.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 12.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 90% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 85% | 65% |
| city | Norfolk | Harrisonburg |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Academy for Discovery at Lakewood scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.2 vs 61.5).
- •Academy for Discovery at Lakewood does better on math proficiency (85% vs 65%).
- •Academy for Discovery at Lakewood does better on reading proficiency (90% vs 59%).
- •Skyline Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (85.6% vs 100%).
- •Skyline Middle does better on students per teacher (12.7 vs 14.8).
- •Academy for Discovery at Lakewood is the larger school with 739 students compared with 738.
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 Academy for Discovery at Lakewood better than Skyline Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Academy for Discovery at Lakewood ranks higher (67.2 vs 61.5 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 Academy for Discovery at Lakewood and Skyline Middle?
About 285 km in a straight line, between Norfolk and Harrisonburg in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Academy for Discovery at Lakewood: 739. Skyline Middle: 738. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Academy for Discovery at Lakewood and Skyline Middle rank in Virginia?
Academy for Discovery at Lakewood is 262nd of 340 and Skyline Middle is 301st of 340 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).