Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle vs George H. Moody Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Virginia, United States, 106 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle
Newport News · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,087 students
George H. Moody Middle
Richmond · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,086 students
| Measure | Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle Newport News, Virginia | George H. Moody Middle Richmond, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 64 Top 50% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #284 of 340 | #95 of 340 |
| National rank | #4685 of 15,369 | #1158 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,087 | 1,086 |
| Enrollment | 1,087 | 1,086 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.7% | 36.3% |
| Students per teacher | – | 16.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 84% |
| Math proficiency | 74% | 86% |
| city | Newport News | Richmond |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •George H. Moody Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.1 vs 63.6).
- •George H. Moody Middle does better on math proficiency (86% vs 74%).
- •George H. Moody Middle does better on reading proficiency (84% vs 67%).
- •George H. Moody Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (36.3% vs 97.7%).
- •Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle is the larger school with 1,087 students compared with 1,086.
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 Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle better than George H. Moody Middle?
On the Success Index (US), George H. Moody Middle ranks higher (82.1 vs 63.6 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 Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle and George H. Moody Middle?
About 106 km in a straight line, between Newport News and Richmond in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle: 1,087. George H. Moody Middle: 1,086. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle and George H. Moody Middle rank in Virginia?
Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle is 284th of 340 and George H. Moody Middle is 95th of 340 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).