Buford Middle vs Smithfield Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Virginia, United States, 206 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Buford Middle
Charlottesville · Public middle · Grades 7–8
563 students
Smithfield Middle
Smithfield · Public middle · Grades 7–8
565 students
| Measure | Buford Middle Charlottesville, Virginia | Smithfield Middle Smithfield, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 74 Top 25% | 88 Top 5% |
| State rank | #174 of 340 | #59 of 340 |
| National rank | #2611 of 15,369 | #488 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 563 | 565 |
| Enrollment | 563 | 565 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.2% | 30.1% |
| Students per teacher | 8.2 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 70% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 69% | 82% |
| city | Charlottesville | Smithfield |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Smithfield Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (87.8 vs 73.6).
- •Smithfield Middle does better on math proficiency (82% vs 69%).
- •Smithfield Middle does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 70%).
- •Smithfield Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.1% vs 74.2%).
- •Buford Middle does better on students per teacher (8.2 vs 12.6).
- •Smithfield Middle is the larger school with 565 students compared with 563.
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 Buford Middle better than Smithfield Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Smithfield Middle ranks higher (87.8 vs 73.6 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 Buford Middle and Smithfield Middle?
About 206 km in a straight line, between Charlottesville and Smithfield in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Buford Middle: 563. Smithfield Middle: 565. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Buford Middle and Smithfield Middle rank in Virginia?
Buford Middle is 174th of 340 and Smithfield Middle is 59th of 340 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).