Independence Middle vs Norview Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Virginia, United States, 11 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Independence Middle
Virginia Beach · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,193 students
Norview Middle
Norfolk · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,196 students
| Measure | Independence Middle Virginia Beach, Virginia | Norview Middle Norfolk, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 80 Top 10% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #113 of 340 | #294 of 340 |
| National rank | #1496 of 15,369 | #4951 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,193 | 1,196 |
| Enrollment | 1,193 | 1,196 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.3% | 88.9% |
| Students per teacher | 15.7 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 84% | 66% |
| Math proficiency | 86% | 71% |
| city | Virginia Beach | Norfolk |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Independence Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.9 vs 62.4).
- •Independence Middle does better on math proficiency (86% vs 71%).
- •Independence Middle does better on reading proficiency (84% vs 66%).
- •Independence Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.3% vs 88.9%).
- •Norview Middle does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 15.7).
- •Norview Middle is the larger school with 1,196 students compared with 1,193.
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 Independence Middle better than Norview Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Independence Middle ranks higher (79.9 vs 62.4 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 Independence Middle and Norview Middle?
About 11 km in a straight line, between Virginia Beach and Norfolk in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Independence Middle: 1,193. Norview Middle: 1,196. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Independence Middle and Norview Middle rank in Virginia?
Independence Middle is 113th of 340 and Norview Middle is 294th of 340 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).