Chilhowie Middle vs Gate City Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Virginia, United States, 82 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chilhowie Middle
Chilhowie · Public middle · Grades 6–8
273 students
Gate City Middle
Gate City · Public middle · Grades 7–8
276 students
| Measure | Chilhowie Middle Chilhowie, Virginia | Gate City Middle Gate City, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 68 Top 25% | 78 Top 25% |
| State rank | #252 of 340 | #122 of 340 |
| National rank | #3758 of 15,369 | #1833 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 273 | 276 |
| Enrollment | 273 | 276 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 101.5% | 78.3% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 10.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 78% | 81% |
| Math proficiency | 94% | 90% |
| city | Chilhowie | Gate City |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gate City Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (77.9 vs 68.1).
- •Chilhowie Middle does better on math proficiency (94% vs 90%).
- •Gate City Middle does better on reading proficiency (81% vs 78%).
- •Gate City Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (78.3% vs 101.5%).
- •Gate City Middle does better on students per teacher (10.2 vs 13.0).
- •Gate City Middle is the larger school with 276 students compared with 273.
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 Chilhowie Middle better than Gate City Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Gate City Middle ranks higher (77.9 vs 68.1 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 Chilhowie Middle and Gate City Middle?
About 82 km in a straight line, between Chilhowie and Gate City in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chilhowie Middle: 273. Gate City Middle: 276. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chilhowie Middle and Gate City Middle rank in Virginia?
Chilhowie Middle is 252nd of 340 and Gate City Middle is 122nd of 340 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).