Benjamin Franklin Middle vs Elizabeth Davis 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.
Benjamin Franklin Middle
Rocky Mount · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,382 students
Elizabeth Davis Middle
Chester · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,364 students
| Measure | Benjamin Franklin Middle Rocky Mount, Virginia | Elizabeth Davis Middle Chester, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 77 Top 25% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #135 of 340 | #210 of 340 |
| National rank | #2004 of 15,369 | #3118 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,382 | 1,364 |
| Enrollment | 1,382 | 1,364 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 86.2% | 75.3% |
| Students per teacher | 10.5 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 84% | 76% |
| Math proficiency | 87% | 82% |
| city | Rocky Mount | Chester |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Benjamin Franklin Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.9 vs 71.0).
- •Benjamin Franklin Middle does better on math proficiency (87% vs 82%).
- •Benjamin Franklin Middle does better on reading proficiency (84% vs 76%).
- •Elizabeth Davis Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (75.3% vs 86.2%).
- •Benjamin Franklin Middle does better on students per teacher (10.5 vs 14.7).
- •Benjamin Franklin Middle is the larger school with 1,382 students compared with 1,364.
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 Benjamin Franklin Middle better than Elizabeth Davis Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Benjamin Franklin Middle ranks higher (76.9 vs 71.0 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 Benjamin Franklin Middle and Elizabeth Davis Middle?
About 228 km in a straight line, between Rocky Mount and Chester in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benjamin Franklin Middle: 1,382. Elizabeth Davis Middle: 1,364. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benjamin Franklin Middle and Elizabeth Davis Middle rank in Virginia?
Benjamin Franklin Middle is 135th of 340 and Elizabeth Davis Middle is 210th of 340 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).