B.T. Washington Middle vs Marion Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Virginia, United States, 454 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
B.T. Washington Middle
Newport News · Public middle · Grades 6–8
413 students
Marion Middle
Marion · Public middle · Grades 6–8
401 students
| Measure | B.T. Washington Middle Newport News, Virginia | Marion Middle Marion, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #229 of 340 | #223 of 340 |
| National rank | #3375 of 15,369 | #3301 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 413 | 401 |
| Enrollment | 413 | 401 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100.2% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | – | 11.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 87% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 89% | 83% |
| city | Newport News | Marion |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (69.8 vs 70.2).
- •B.T. Washington Middle does better on math proficiency (89% vs 83%).
- •B.T. Washington Middle does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 77%).
- •Marion Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (100% vs 100.2%).
- •B.T. Washington Middle is the larger school with 413 students compared with 401.
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 B.T. Washington Middle better than Marion Middle?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are B.T. Washington Middle and Marion Middle?
About 454 km in a straight line, between Newport News and Marion in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
B.T. Washington Middle: 413. Marion Middle: 401. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do B.T. Washington Middle and Marion Middle rank in Virginia?
B.T. Washington Middle is 229th of 340 and Marion Middle is 223rd of 340 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).