Glenvar Middle vs West Salem Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 5.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Glenvar Middle
Salem · Public middle · Grades 6–8
433 students
West Salem Elementary
Salem · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
375 students
| Measure | Glenvar Middle Salem, Virginia | West Salem Elementary Salem, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 88 Top 5% | 86 Top 5% |
| State rank | #47 of 340 | #208 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #415 of 15,369 | #2038 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 433 | 375 |
| Enrollment | 433 | 375 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 38.1% | 35.5% |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 83% | 83% |
| Math proficiency | 88% | 85% |
| city | Salem | Salem |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Glenvar Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (88.4 vs 86.0).
- •Glenvar Middle does better on math proficiency (88% vs 85%).
- •West Salem Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (35.5% vs 38.1%).
- •Glenvar Middle does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 13.9).
- •Glenvar Middle is the larger school with 433 students compared with 375.
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 Glenvar Middle better than West Salem Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Glenvar Middle ranks higher (88.4 vs 86.0 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 Glenvar Middle and West Salem Elementary?
About 5.9 km in a straight line, between Salem and Salem in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Glenvar Middle: 433. West Salem Elementary: 375. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Glenvar Middle and West Salem Elementary rank in Virginia?
Glenvar Middle is 47th of 340 and West Salem Elementary is 208th of 1,142 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).