James River High vs Midlothian Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 5.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James River High
Midlothian · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,842 students
Midlothian Middle
Midlothian · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,330 students
| Measure | James River High Midlothian, Virginia | Midlothian Middle Midlothian, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 90 Top 5% |
| State rank | #73 of 317 | #33 of 340 |
| National rank | #927 of 16,910 | #279 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,842 | 1,330 |
| Enrollment | 1,842 | 1,330 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 31.5% | 13.9% |
| Students per teacher | 15.6 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 90% | 91% |
| Math proficiency | 85% | 94% |
| city | Midlothian | Midlothian |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Midlothian Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (90.2 vs 82.6).
- •Midlothian Middle does better on math proficiency (94% vs 85%).
- •Midlothian Middle does better on reading proficiency (91% vs 90%).
- •Midlothian Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (13.9% vs 31.5%).
- •Midlothian Middle does better on students per teacher (15.5 vs 15.6).
- •James River High is the larger school with 1,842 students compared with 1,330.
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 James River High better than Midlothian Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Midlothian Middle ranks higher (90.2 vs 82.6 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 James River High and Midlothian Middle?
About 5.6 km in a straight line, between Midlothian and Midlothian in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James River High: 1,842. Midlothian Middle: 1,330. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James River High and Midlothian Middle rank in Virginia?
James River High is 73rd of 317 and Midlothian Middle is 33rd of 340 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).