Central High vs Peter Muhlenberg Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 455 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central High
Woodstock · Public high · Grades 9–12
728 students
Peter Muhlenberg Middle
Woodstock · Public middle · Grades 6–8
535 students
| Measure | Central High Woodstock, Virginia | Peter Muhlenberg Middle Woodstock, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #246 of 317 | #281 of 340 |
| National rank | #4505 of 16,910 | #4503 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 728 | 535 |
| Enrollment | 728 | 535 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.5% | 83.4% |
| Students per teacher | 15.2 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 79% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 74% |
| city | Woodstock | Woodstock |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (65.1 vs 64.5).
- •Central High does better on math proficiency (82% vs 74%).
- •Central High does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 67%).
- •Peter Muhlenberg Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83.4% vs 83.5%).
- •Peter Muhlenberg Middle does better on students per teacher (14.9 vs 15.2).
- •Central High is the larger school with 728 students compared with 535.
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 High better than Peter Muhlenberg 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 Central High and Peter Muhlenberg Middle?
About 455 m in a straight line, between Woodstock and Woodstock in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High: 728. Peter Muhlenberg Middle: 535. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High and Peter Muhlenberg Middle rank in Virginia?
Central High is 246th of 317 and Peter Muhlenberg Middle is 281st of 340 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).