Carson Middle vs Franklin Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Virginia, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carson Middle
Herndon · Public middle · Grades 7–8
1,358 students
Franklin Middle
Chantilly · Public middle · Grades 7–8
798 students
| Measure | Carson Middle Herndon, Virginia | Franklin Middle Chantilly, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 95 Top 5% | 92 Top 5% |
| State rank | #3 of 340 | #13 of 340 |
| National rank | #49 of 15,369 | #177 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 1,358 | 798 |
| Enrollment | 1,358 | 798 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 20.5% | 21.2% |
| Students per teacher | 11.4 | 13.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 93% | 91% |
| Math proficiency | 94% | 95% |
| city | Herndon | Chantilly |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Carson Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (95.0 vs 91.8).
- •Franklin Middle does better on math proficiency (95% vs 94%).
- •Carson Middle does better on reading proficiency (93% vs 91%).
- •Carson Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.5% vs 21.2%).
- •Carson Middle does better on students per teacher (11.4 vs 13.5).
- •Carson Middle is the larger school with 1,358 students compared with 798.
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 Carson Middle better than Franklin Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Carson Middle ranks higher (95.0 vs 91.8 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 Carson Middle and Franklin Middle?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Herndon and Chantilly in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carson Middle: 1,358. Franklin Middle: 798. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carson Middle and Franklin Middle rank in Virginia?
Carson Middle is 3rd of 340 and Franklin Middle is 13th of 340 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).