Chatham Middle vs Marion Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Virginia, United States, 189 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
Marion Middle
Marion · Public middle · Grades 6–8
401 students
| Measure | Chatham Middle Chatham, Virginia | Marion Middle Marion, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 76 Top 25% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #147 of 340 | #223 of 340 |
| National rank | #2155 of 15,369 | #3301 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 406 | 401 |
| Enrollment | 406 | 401 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.2% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 11.3 | 11.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 83% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 87% | 83% |
| city | Chatham | Marion |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Chatham Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.1 vs 70.2).
- •Chatham Middle does better on math proficiency (87% vs 83%).
- •Chatham Middle does better on reading proficiency (83% vs 77%).
- •Chatham Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (85.2% vs 100%).
- •Marion Middle does better on students per teacher (11.1 vs 11.3).
- •Chatham Middle is the larger school with 406 students compared with 401.
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 Marion Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Chatham Middle ranks higher (76.1 vs 70.2 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 Chatham Middle and Marion Middle?
About 189 km in a straight line, between Chatham and Marion in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chatham Middle: 406. Marion Middle: 401. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chatham Middle and Marion Middle rank in Virginia?
Chatham Middle is 147th of 340 and Marion Middle is 223rd of 340 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).