Grace E. Metz Middle vs Manchester Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Virginia, United States, 142 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Grace E. Metz Middle
Manassas · Public middle · Grades 7–8
1,111 students
Manchester Middle
North Chesterfield · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,109 students
| Measure | Grace E. Metz Middle Manassas, Virginia | Manchester Middle North Chesterfield, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #305 of 340 | #238 of 340 |
| National rank | #5391 of 15,369 | #3497 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,111 | 1,109 |
| Enrollment | 1,111 | 1,109 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.8% | 75.2% |
| Students per teacher | 18.5 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 68% | 74% |
| Math proficiency | 68% | 79% |
| city | Manassas | North Chesterfield |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Manchester Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.3 vs 60.4).
- •Manchester Middle does better on math proficiency (79% vs 68%).
- •Manchester Middle does better on reading proficiency (74% vs 68%).
- •Manchester Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (75.2% vs 77.8%).
- •Manchester Middle does better on students per teacher (15.2 vs 18.5).
- •Grace E. Metz Middle is the larger school with 1,111 students compared with 1,109.
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 Grace E. Metz Middle better than Manchester Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Manchester Middle ranks higher (69.3 vs 60.4 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 Grace E. Metz Middle and Manchester Middle?
About 142 km in a straight line, between Manassas and North Chesterfield in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Grace E. Metz Middle: 1,111. Manchester Middle: 1,109. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Grace E. Metz Middle and Manchester Middle rank in Virginia?
Grace E. Metz Middle is 305th of 340 and Manchester Middle is 238th of 340 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).