Carver Middle vs Matoaca Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Virginia, United States, 6.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carver Middle
Chester · Public middle · Grades 6–8
970 students
Matoaca Middle
Matoaca · Public middle · Grades 6–8
775 students
| Measure | Carver Middle Chester, Virginia | Matoaca Middle Matoaca, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 68 Top 25% |
| State rank | #246 of 340 | #251 of 340 |
| National rank | #3605 of 15,369 | #3736 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 970 | 775 |
| Enrollment | 970 | 775 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.9% | 76.3% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 69% | 73% |
| Math proficiency | 68% | 74% |
| city | Chester | Matoaca |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (68.7 vs 68.2).
- •Matoaca Middle does better on math proficiency (74% vs 68%).
- •Matoaca Middle does better on reading proficiency (73% vs 69%).
- •Carver Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (74.9% vs 76.3%).
- •Carver Middle does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 14.9).
- •Carver Middle is the larger school with 970 students compared with 775.
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 Carver Middle better than Matoaca Middle?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Carver Middle and Matoaca Middle?
About 6.5 km in a straight line, between Chester and Matoaca in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carver Middle: 970. Matoaca Middle: 775. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carver Middle and Matoaca Middle rank in Virginia?
Carver Middle is 246th of 340 and Matoaca Middle is 251st of 340 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).