Buffalo Gap Middle vs Independence Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Virginia, United States, 244 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Buffalo Gap Middle
Swoope · Public middle · Grades 6–8
285 students
Independence Middle
Independence · Public middle · Grades 6–8
280 students
| Measure | Buffalo Gap Middle Swoope, Virginia | Independence Middle Independence, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #299 of 340 | #182 of 340 |
| National rank | #5130 of 15,369 | #2725 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 285 | 280 |
| Enrollment | 285 | 280 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58.2% | 92.9% |
| Students per teacher | 10.6 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 83% |
| Math proficiency | – | 86% |
| city | Swoope | Independence |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Independence Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.0 vs 61.5).
- •Buffalo Gap Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58.2% vs 92.9%).
- •Buffalo Gap Middle does better on students per teacher (10.6 vs 12.2).
- •Buffalo Gap Middle is the larger school with 285 students compared with 280.
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 Buffalo Gap Middle better than Independence Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Independence Middle ranks higher (73.0 vs 61.5 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 Buffalo Gap Middle and Independence Middle?
About 244 km in a straight line, between Swoope and Independence in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Buffalo Gap Middle: 285. Independence Middle: 280. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Buffalo Gap Middle and Independence Middle rank in Virginia?
Buffalo Gap Middle is 299th of 340 and Independence Middle is 182nd of 340 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).