Benjamin Syms Middle vs Francis W. Jones Magnet Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Virginia, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benjamin Syms Middle
Hampton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
850 students
Francis W. Jones Magnet Middle
Hampton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
613 students
| Measure | Benjamin Syms Middle Hampton, Virginia | Francis W. Jones Magnet Middle Hampton, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 68 Top 50% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #261 of 340 | #200 of 340 |
| National rank | #3886 of 15,369 | #2983 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 850 | 613 |
| Enrollment | 850 | 613 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 72.4% | 94.3% |
| Students per teacher | 15.2 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 68% | 89% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 96% |
| city | Hampton | Hampton |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Francis W. Jones Magnet Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.7 vs 67.5).
- •Francis W. Jones Magnet Middle does better on math proficiency (96% vs 77%).
- •Francis W. Jones Magnet Middle does better on reading proficiency (89% vs 68%).
- •Benjamin Syms Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72.4% vs 94.3%).
- •Francis W. Jones Magnet Middle does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 15.2).
- •Benjamin Syms Middle is the larger school with 850 students compared with 613.
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 Syms Middle better than Francis W. Jones Magnet Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Francis W. Jones Magnet Middle ranks higher (71.7 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 Benjamin Syms Middle and Francis W. Jones Magnet Middle?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Hampton and Hampton in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benjamin Syms Middle: 850. Francis W. Jones Magnet Middle: 613. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benjamin Syms Middle and Francis W. Jones Magnet Middle rank in Virginia?
Benjamin Syms Middle is 261st of 340 and Francis W. Jones Magnet Middle is 200th of 340 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).