Belmont Ridge Middle vs Trailside Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Virginia, United States, 4.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Belmont Ridge Middle
Leesburg · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,071 students
Trailside Middle
Ashburn · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,131 students
| Measure | Belmont Ridge Middle Leesburg, Virginia | Trailside Middle Ashburn, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 91 Top 5% | 92 Top 5% |
| State rank | #22 of 340 | #15 of 340 |
| National rank | #235 of 15,369 | #182 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,071 | 1,131 |
| Enrollment | 1,071 | 1,131 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 21.6% | 21.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 13.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 89% | 90% |
| Math proficiency | 91% | 90% |
| city | Leesburg | Ashburn |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (90.8 vs 91.7).
- •Belmont Ridge Middle does better on math proficiency (91% vs 90%).
- •Trailside Middle does better on reading proficiency (90% vs 89%).
- •Belmont Ridge Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (21.6% vs 21.7%).
- •Trailside Middle does better on students per teacher (13.3 vs 13.9).
- •Trailside Middle is the larger school with 1,131 students compared with 1,071.
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 Belmont Ridge Middle better than Trailside 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 Belmont Ridge Middle and Trailside Middle?
About 4.0 km in a straight line, between Leesburg and Ashburn in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Belmont Ridge Middle: 1,071. Trailside Middle: 1,131. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Belmont Ridge Middle and Trailside Middle rank in Virginia?
Belmont Ridge Middle is 22nd of 340 and Trailside Middle is 15th of 340 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).