Blair Middle vs Ruffner School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Virginia, United States, 2.9 km 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
Ruffner School
Norfolk · Public middle · Grades 3–8
576 students
| Measure | Blair Middle Norfolk, Virginia | Ruffner School Norfolk, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #311 of 340 | #332 of 340 |
| National rank | #5675 of 15,369 | #9824 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 3–8 |
| Students | 1,141 | 576 |
| Enrollment | 1,141 | 576 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.3% | 93.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 66% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 63% | 44% |
| city | Norfolk | Norfolk |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Blair Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.1 vs 40.0).
- •Blair Middle does better on math proficiency (63% vs 44%).
- •Blair Middle does better on reading proficiency (66% vs 39%).
- •Blair Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (93.3% vs 93.4%).
- •Ruffner School does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 14.8).
- •Blair Middle is the larger school with 1,141 students compared with 576.
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 Ruffner School?
On the Success Index (US), Blair Middle ranks higher (59.1 vs 40.0 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 Blair Middle and Ruffner School?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between Norfolk and Norfolk in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Blair Middle: 1,141. Ruffner School: 576. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Blair Middle and Ruffner School rank in Virginia?
Blair Middle is 311th of 340 and Ruffner School is 332nd of 340 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).