Herbert J. Saunders Middle vs Louise A. Benton Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Virginia, United States, 3.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Herbert J. Saunders Middle
Manassas · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,198 students
Louise A. Benton Middle
Manassas · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,339 students
| Measure | Herbert J. Saunders Middle Manassas, Virginia | Louise A. Benton Middle Manassas, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 85 Top 5% |
| State rank | #177 of 340 | #78 of 340 |
| National rank | #2651 of 15,369 | #746 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,198 | 1,339 |
| Enrollment | 1,198 | 1,339 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69.5% | 25% |
| Students per teacher | 15.2 | 16.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 84% | 85% |
| Math proficiency | 83% | 86% |
| city | Manassas | Manassas |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Louise A. Benton Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (85.1 vs 73.4).
- •Louise A. Benton Middle does better on math proficiency (86% vs 83%).
- •Louise A. Benton Middle does better on reading proficiency (85% vs 84%).
- •Louise A. Benton Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (25% vs 69.5%).
- •Herbert J. Saunders Middle does better on students per teacher (15.2 vs 16.9).
- •Louise A. Benton Middle is the larger school with 1,339 students compared with 1,198.
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 Herbert J. Saunders Middle better than Louise A. Benton Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Louise A. Benton Middle ranks higher (85.1 vs 73.4 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 Herbert J. Saunders Middle and Louise A. Benton Middle?
About 3.1 km in a straight line, between Manassas and Manassas in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Herbert J. Saunders Middle: 1,198. Louise A. Benton Middle: 1,339. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Herbert J. Saunders Middle and Louise A. Benton Middle rank in Virginia?
Herbert J. Saunders Middle is 177th of 340 and Louise A. Benton Middle is 78th of 340 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).