Appomattox Middle vs William E. Waters Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Virginia, United States, 228 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Appomattox Middle
Appomattox · Public middle · Grades 6–8
542 students
William E. Waters Middle
Portsmouth · Public middle · Grades 7–8
549 students
| Measure | Appomattox Middle Appomattox, Virginia | William E. Waters Middle Portsmouth, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 75 Top 25% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #162 of 340 | #282 of 340 |
| National rank | #2436 of 15,369 | #4508 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 542 | 549 |
| Enrollment | 542 | 549 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.9% | 98.9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 11.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 80% | 68% |
| Math proficiency | 84% | 68% |
| city | Appomattox | Portsmouth |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Appomattox Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.5 vs 64.5).
- •Appomattox Middle does better on math proficiency (84% vs 68%).
- •Appomattox Middle does better on reading proficiency (80% vs 68%).
- •Appomattox Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.9% vs 98.9%).
- •William E. Waters Middle does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 12.9).
- •William E. Waters Middle is the larger school with 549 students compared with 542.
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 Appomattox Middle better than William E. Waters Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Appomattox Middle ranks higher (74.5 vs 64.5 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 Appomattox Middle and William E. Waters Middle?
About 228 km in a straight line, between Appomattox and Portsmouth in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Appomattox Middle: 542. William E. Waters Middle: 549. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Appomattox Middle and William E. Waters Middle rank in Virginia?
Appomattox Middle is 162nd of 340 and William E. Waters Middle is 282nd of 340 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).