Elko Middle vs Ni River Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Virginia, United States, 92 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Elko Middle
Sandston · Public middle · Grades 6–8
695 students
Ni River Middle
Spotsylvania · Public middle · Grades 6–8
692 students
| Measure | Elko Middle Sandston, Virginia | Ni River Middle Spotsylvania, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 88 Top 5% |
| State rank | #309 of 340 | #58 of 340 |
| National rank | #5541 of 15,369 | #485 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 695 | 692 |
| Enrollment | 695 | 692 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.2% | 23% |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 83% |
| city | Sandston | Spotsylvania |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ni River Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (87.8 vs 59.7).
- •Ni River Middle does better on math proficiency (83% vs 67%).
- •Ni River Middle does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 57%).
- •Ni River Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (23% vs 89.2%).
- •Elko Middle does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 13.8).
- •Elko Middle is the larger school with 695 students compared with 692.
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 Elko Middle better than Ni River Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Ni River Middle ranks higher (87.8 vs 59.7 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 Elko Middle and Ni River Middle?
About 92 km in a straight line, between Sandston and Spotsylvania in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Elko Middle: 695. Ni River Middle: 692. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Elko Middle and Ni River Middle rank in Virginia?
Elko Middle is 309th of 340 and Ni River Middle is 58th of 340 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).