Carroll County Middle vs Cave Spring Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Virginia, United States, 81 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carroll County Middle
Hillsville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
747 students
Cave Spring Middle
Roanoke · Public middle · Grades 6–8
746 students
| Measure | Carroll County Middle Hillsville, Virginia | Cave Spring Middle Roanoke, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 88 Top 5% |
| State rank | #190 of 340 | #46 of 340 |
| National rank | #2830 of 15,369 | #411 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 747 | 746 |
| Enrollment | 747 | 746 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.7% | 30.4% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 87% |
| Math proficiency | 85% | 96% |
| city | Hillsville | Roanoke |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cave Spring Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (88.4 vs 72.5).
- •Cave Spring Middle does better on math proficiency (96% vs 85%).
- •Cave Spring Middle does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 82%).
- •Cave Spring Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.4% vs 91.7%).
- •Carroll County Middle does better on students per teacher (12.7 vs 14.1).
- •Carroll County Middle is the larger school with 747 students compared with 746.
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 Carroll County Middle better than Cave Spring Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Cave Spring Middle ranks higher (88.4 vs 72.5 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 Carroll County Middle and Cave Spring Middle?
About 81 km in a straight line, between Hillsville and Roanoke in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carroll County Middle: 747. Cave Spring Middle: 746. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carroll County Middle and Cave Spring Middle rank in Virginia?
Carroll County Middle is 190th of 340 and Cave Spring Middle is 46th of 340 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).