Halifax County Middle vs South Boston Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 2.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Halifax County Middle
South Boston · Public middle · Grades 6–8
847 students
South Boston Elementary
South Boston · Public elementary · Grades K–5
683 students
| Measure | Halifax County Middle South Boston, Virginia | South Boston Elementary South Boston, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 68 Top 25% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #255 of 340 | #853 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #3822 of 15,369 | #15128 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 847 | 683 |
| Enrollment | 847 | 683 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.6% | 100.4% |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 71% | 79% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 84% |
| city | South Boston | South Boston |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Halifax County Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.8 vs 64.5).
- •South Boston Elementary does better on math proficiency (84% vs 77%).
- •South Boston Elementary does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 71%).
- •Halifax County Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.6% vs 100.4%).
- •Halifax County Middle does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 14.8).
- •Halifax County Middle is the larger school with 847 students compared with 683.
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 Halifax County Middle better than South Boston Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Halifax County Middle ranks higher (67.8 vs 64.5 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 Halifax County Middle and South Boston Elementary?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between South Boston and South Boston in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Halifax County Middle: 847. South Boston Elementary: 683. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Halifax County Middle and South Boston Elementary rank in Virginia?
Halifax County Middle is 255th of 340 and South Boston Elementary is 853rd of 1,142 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).