Chatham Middle vs Dan River Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Virginia, United States, 14 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chatham Middle
Chatham · Public middle · Grades 6–8
406 students
Dan River Middle
Ringgold · Public middle · Grades 6–8
438 students
| Measure | Chatham Middle Chatham, Virginia | Dan River Middle Ringgold, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 76 Top 25% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #147 of 340 | #141 of 340 |
| National rank | #2155 of 15,369 | #2110 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 406 | 438 |
| Enrollment | 406 | 438 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.2% | 85.4% |
| Students per teacher | 11.3 | 10.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 83% | 81% |
| Math proficiency | 87% | 87% |
| city | Chatham | Ringgold |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (76.1 vs 76.3).
- •Chatham Middle does better on reading proficiency (83% vs 81%).
- •Chatham Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (85.2% vs 85.4%).
- •Dan River Middle does better on students per teacher (10.7 vs 11.3).
- •Dan River Middle is the larger school with 438 students compared with 406.
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 Chatham Middle better than Dan River 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 Chatham Middle and Dan River Middle?
About 14 km in a straight line, between Chatham and Ringgold in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chatham Middle: 406. Dan River Middle: 438. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chatham Middle and Dan River Middle rank in Virginia?
Chatham Middle is 147th of 340 and Dan River Middle is 141st of 340 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).