Blair Middle vs Ghent K-8
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 865 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Blair Middle
Norfolk · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,141 students
Ghent K-8
Norfolk · Public elementary · Grades K–8
501 students
| Measure | Blair Middle Norfolk, Virginia | Ghent K-8 Norfolk, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 68 Top 50% |
| State rank | #311 of 340 | #729 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #5675 of 15,369 | #12656 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 1,141 | 501 |
| Enrollment | 1,141 | 501 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.3% | 99.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 66% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 63% | 85% |
| city | Norfolk | Norfolk |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ghent K-8 scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.1 vs 59.1).
- •Ghent K-8 does better on math proficiency (85% vs 63%).
- •Ghent K-8 does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 66%).
- •Blair Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (93.3% vs 99.4%).
- •Ghent K-8 does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 14.8).
- •Blair Middle is the larger school with 1,141 students compared with 501.
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 Blair Middle better than Ghent K-8?
On the Success Index (US), Ghent K-8 ranks higher (68.1 vs 59.1 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 Blair Middle and Ghent K-8?
About 865 m in a straight line, between Norfolk and Norfolk in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Blair Middle: 1,141. Ghent K-8: 501. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Blair Middle and Ghent K-8 rank in Virginia?
Blair Middle is 311th of 340 and Ghent K-8 is 729th of 1,142 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).