Berkeley Middle vs James Blair 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.
Berkeley Middle
Williamsburg · Public middle · Grades 6–8
666 students
James Blair Middle
Williamsburg · Public middle · Grades 6–8
505 students
| Measure | Berkeley Middle Williamsburg, Virginia | James Blair Middle Williamsburg, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 75 Top 25% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank | #154 of 340 | #160 of 340 |
| National rank | #2277 of 15,369 | #2405 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 666 | 505 |
| Enrollment | 666 | 505 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65% | 65.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 13.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 83% | 73% |
| Math proficiency | 86% | 82% |
| city | Williamsburg | Williamsburg |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (75.4 vs 74.7).
- •Berkeley Middle does better on math proficiency (86% vs 82%).
- •Berkeley Middle does better on reading proficiency (83% vs 73%).
- •Berkeley Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65% vs 65.1%).
- •James Blair Middle does better on students per teacher (13.3 vs 14.8).
- •Berkeley Middle is the larger school with 666 students compared with 505.
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 Berkeley Middle better than James Blair 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 Berkeley Middle and James Blair Middle?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Williamsburg and Williamsburg in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Berkeley Middle: 666. James Blair Middle: 505. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Berkeley Middle and James Blair Middle rank in Virginia?
Berkeley Middle is 154th of 340 and James Blair Middle is 160th of 340 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).