Central Academy Middle vs Riverheads Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Virginia, United States, 86 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
Riverheads Middle
Staunton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
366 students
| Measure | Central Academy Middle Fincastle, Virginia | Riverheads Middle Staunton, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 89 Top 5% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #44 of 340 | #325 of 340 |
| National rank | #366 of 15,369 | #6627 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 364 | 366 |
| Enrollment | 364 | 366 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 33.2% | 60.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 81% | – |
| Math proficiency | 92% | – |
| city | Fincastle | Staunton |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Academy Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (88.9 vs 54.7).
- •Central Academy Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (33.2% vs 60.1%).
- •Riverheads Middle is the larger school with 366 students compared with 364.
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 Riverheads Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Central Academy Middle ranks higher (88.9 vs 54.7 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 Riverheads Middle?
About 86 km in a straight line, between Fincastle and Staunton in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Academy Middle: 364. Riverheads Middle: 366. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Academy Middle and Riverheads Middle rank in Virginia?
Central Academy Middle is 44th of 340 and Riverheads Middle is 325th of 340 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).