Andrew G. Wright Middle vs Benjamin Syms Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Virginia, United States, 188 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Andrew G. Wright Middle
Stafford · Public middle · Grades 6–8
851 students
Benjamin Syms Middle
Hampton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
850 students
| Measure | Andrew G. Wright Middle Stafford, Virginia | Benjamin Syms Middle Hampton, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 85 Top 5% | 68 Top 50% |
| State rank | #80 of 340 | #261 of 340 |
| National rank | #754 of 15,369 | #3886 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 851 | 850 |
| Enrollment | 851 | 850 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 33.1% | 72.4% |
| Students per teacher | 15.2 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 68% |
| Math proficiency | 90% | 77% |
| city | Stafford | Hampton |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Andrew G. Wright Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (85.0 vs 67.5).
- •Andrew G. Wright Middle does better on math proficiency (90% vs 77%).
- •Andrew G. Wright Middle does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 68%).
- •Andrew G. Wright Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (33.1% vs 72.4%).
- •Andrew G. Wright Middle is the larger school with 851 students compared with 850.
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 Andrew G. Wright Middle better than Benjamin Syms Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Andrew G. Wright Middle ranks higher (85.0 vs 67.5 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 Andrew G. Wright Middle and Benjamin Syms Middle?
About 188 km in a straight line, between Stafford and Hampton in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Andrew G. Wright Middle: 851. Benjamin Syms Middle: 850. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Andrew G. Wright Middle and Benjamin Syms Middle rank in Virginia?
Andrew G. Wright Middle is 80th of 340 and Benjamin Syms Middle is 261st of 340 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).