Gainesville Middle vs Sandburg Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Virginia, United States, 47 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gainesville Middle
Gainesville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,403 students
Sandburg Middle
Alexandria · Public middle · Grades 7–8
1,401 students
| Measure | Gainesville Middle Gainesville, Virginia | Sandburg Middle Alexandria, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 87 Top 5% | 78 Top 25% |
| State rank | #68 of 340 | #130 of 340 |
| National rank | #558 of 15,369 | #1915 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 1,403 | 1,401 |
| Enrollment | 1,403 | 1,401 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 24.5% | 50% |
| Students per teacher | 15.9 | 14.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 85% | 76% |
| Math proficiency | 92% | 76% |
| city | Gainesville | Alexandria |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gainesville Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (86.9 vs 77.5).
- •Gainesville Middle does better on math proficiency (92% vs 76%).
- •Gainesville Middle does better on reading proficiency (85% vs 76%).
- •Gainesville Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24.5% vs 50%).
- •Sandburg Middle does better on students per teacher (14.4 vs 15.9).
- •Gainesville Middle is the larger school with 1,403 students compared with 1,401.
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 Gainesville Middle better than Sandburg Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Gainesville Middle ranks higher (86.9 vs 77.5 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 Gainesville Middle and Sandburg Middle?
About 47 km in a straight line, between Gainesville and Alexandria in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gainesville Middle: 1,403. Sandburg Middle: 1,401. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gainesville Middle and Sandburg Middle rank in Virginia?
Gainesville Middle is 68th of 340 and Sandburg Middle is 130th of 340 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).