Carson Middle vs Princess Anne Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Virginia, United States, 271 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
Princess Anne Middle
Virginia Beach · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,358 students
| Measure | Carson Middle Herndon, Virginia | Princess Anne Middle Virginia Beach, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 95 Top 5% | 87 Top 5% |
| State rank | #3 of 340 | #66 of 340 |
| National rank | #49 of 15,369 | #544 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,358 | 1,358 |
| Enrollment | 1,358 | 1,358 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 20.5% | 14.7% |
| Students per teacher | 11.4 | 18.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 93% | 92% |
| Math proficiency | 94% | 93% |
| city | Herndon | Virginia Beach |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Carson Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (95.0 vs 87.1).
- •Carson Middle does better on math proficiency (94% vs 93%).
- •Carson Middle does better on reading proficiency (93% vs 92%).
- •Princess Anne Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (14.7% vs 20.5%).
- •Carson Middle does better on students per teacher (11.4 vs 18.1).
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 Princess Anne Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Carson Middle ranks higher (95.0 vs 87.1 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 Princess Anne Middle?
About 271 km in a straight line, between Herndon and Virginia Beach in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carson Middle: 1,358. Princess Anne Middle: 1,358. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carson Middle and Princess Anne Middle rank in Virginia?
Carson Middle is 3rd of 340 and Princess Anne Middle is 66th of 340 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).