Gate City Middle vs Rye Cove Intermediate
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Virginia, United States, 15 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gate City Middle
Gate City · Public middle · Grades 7–8
276 students
Rye Cove Intermediate
Clinchport · Public middle · Grades 5–7
138 students
| Measure | Gate City Middle Gate City, Virginia | Rye Cove Intermediate Clinchport, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 25% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #122 of 340 | #152 of 340 |
| National rank | #1833 of 15,369 | #2235 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 5–7 |
| Students | 276 | 138 |
| Enrollment | 276 | 138 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.3% | 79% |
| Students per teacher | 10.2 | 9.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 81% | 87% |
| Math proficiency | 90% | 87% |
| city | Gate City | Clinchport |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gate City Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (77.9 vs 75.7).
- •Gate City Middle does better on math proficiency (90% vs 87%).
- •Rye Cove Intermediate does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 81%).
- •Gate City Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (78.3% vs 79%).
- •Rye Cove Intermediate does better on students per teacher (9.9 vs 10.2).
- •Gate City Middle is the larger school with 276 students compared with 138.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Gate City Middle better than Rye Cove Intermediate?
On the Success Index (US), Gate City Middle ranks higher (77.9 vs 75.7 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 Gate City Middle and Rye Cove Intermediate?
About 15 km in a straight line, between Gate City and Clinchport in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gate City Middle: 276. Rye Cove Intermediate: 138. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gate City Middle and Rye Cove Intermediate rank in Virginia?
Gate City Middle is 122nd of 340 and Rye Cove Intermediate is 152nd of 340 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).