Gunston Middle vs Salem Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Virginia, United States, 243 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gunston Middle
Arlington · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,072 students
Salem Middle
Virginia Beach · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,072 students
| Measure | Gunston Middle Arlington, Virginia | Salem Middle Virginia Beach, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #88 of 340 | #101 of 340 |
| National rank | #1000 of 15,369 | #1237 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,072 | 1,072 |
| Enrollment | 1,072 | 1,072 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 32% | 36.1% |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 17.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 80% | 86% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 91% |
| city | Arlington | Virginia Beach |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gunston Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.2 vs 81.6).
- •Salem Middle does better on math proficiency (91% vs 82%).
- •Salem Middle does better on reading proficiency (86% vs 80%).
- •Gunston Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32% vs 36.1%).
- •Gunston Middle does better on students per teacher (15.8 vs 17.9).
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 Gunston Middle better than Salem Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Gunston Middle ranks higher (83.2 vs 81.6 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 Gunston Middle and Salem Middle?
About 243 km in a straight line, between Arlington and Virginia Beach in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gunston Middle: 1,072. Salem Middle: 1,072. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gunston Middle and Salem Middle rank in Virginia?
Gunston Middle is 88th of 340 and Salem Middle is 101st of 340 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).