Central Academy Middle vs North Fork Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Virginia, United States, 170 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Academy Middle
Fincastle · Public middle · Grades 6–8
364 students
North Fork Middle
Quicksburg · Public middle · Grades 6–8
362 students
| Measure | Central Academy Middle Fincastle, Virginia | North Fork Middle Quicksburg, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 89 Top 5% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #44 of 340 | #273 of 340 |
| National rank | #366 of 15,369 | #4242 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 364 | 362 |
| Enrollment | 364 | 362 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 33.2% | 84% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 11.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 81% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 92% | 67% |
| city | Fincastle | Quicksburg |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Academy Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (88.9 vs 65.7).
- •Central Academy Middle does better on math proficiency (92% vs 67%).
- •Central Academy Middle does better on reading proficiency (81% vs 62%).
- •Central Academy Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (33.2% vs 84%).
- •North Fork Middle does better on students per teacher (11.3 vs 12.6).
- •Central Academy Middle is the larger school with 364 students compared with 362.
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 Central Academy Middle better than North Fork Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Central Academy Middle ranks higher (88.9 vs 65.7 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 Central Academy Middle and North Fork Middle?
About 170 km in a straight line, between Fincastle and Quicksburg in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Academy Middle: 364. North Fork Middle: 362. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Academy Middle and North Fork Middle rank in Virginia?
Central Academy Middle is 44th of 340 and North Fork Middle is 273rd of 340 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).