Amherst Middle vs Dogwood Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Virginia, United States, 138 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Amherst Middle
Amherst · Public middle · Grades 6–8
371 students
Dogwood Middle
Richmond · Public middle · Grades 6–8
371 students
| Measure | Amherst Middle Amherst, Virginia | Dogwood Middle Richmond, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #185 of 340 | #306 of 340 |
| National rank | #2769 of 15,369 | #5452 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 371 | 371 |
| Enrollment | 371 | 371 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.7% | 98.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 10.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 63% |
| Math proficiency | 81% | 57% |
| city | Amherst | Richmond |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Amherst Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.8 vs 60.1).
- •Amherst Middle does better on math proficiency (81% vs 57%).
- •Amherst Middle does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 63%).
- •Amherst Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (82.7% vs 98.9%).
- •Dogwood Middle does better on students per teacher (10.6 vs 13.3).
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 Amherst Middle better than Dogwood Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Amherst Middle ranks higher (72.8 vs 60.1 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 Amherst Middle and Dogwood Middle?
About 138 km in a straight line, between Amherst and Richmond in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Amherst Middle: 371. Dogwood Middle: 371. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Amherst Middle and Dogwood Middle rank in Virginia?
Amherst Middle is 185th of 340 and Dogwood Middle is 306th of 340 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).