Elkton Middle vs Union Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Virginia, United States, 401 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Elkton Middle
Elkton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
561 students
Union Middle
Big Stone Gap · Public middle · Grades 5–8
561 students
| Measure | Elkton Middle Elkton, Virginia | Union Middle Big Stone Gap, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 80 Top 10% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #114 of 340 | #187 of 340 |
| National rank | #1514 of 15,369 | #2802 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 561 | 561 |
| Enrollment | 561 | 561 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 66.3% | 93.8% |
| Students per teacher | 11.7 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 84% | 80% |
| Math proficiency | 86% | 89% |
| city | Elkton | Big Stone Gap |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Elkton Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.8 vs 72.7).
- •Union Middle does better on math proficiency (89% vs 86%).
- •Elkton Middle does better on reading proficiency (84% vs 80%).
- •Elkton Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (66.3% vs 93.8%).
- •Elkton Middle does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 12.2).
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 Elkton Middle better than Union Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Elkton Middle ranks higher (79.8 vs 72.7 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 Elkton Middle and Union Middle?
About 401 km in a straight line, between Elkton and Big Stone Gap in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Elkton Middle: 561. Union Middle: 561. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Elkton Middle and Union Middle rank in Virginia?
Elkton Middle is 114th of 340 and Union Middle is 187th of 340 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).