Locust Grove Middle vs Post Oak Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Virginia, United States, 21 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Locust Grove Middle
Locust Grove · Public middle · Grades 6–8
685 students
Post Oak Middle
Spotsylvania · Public middle · Grades 6–8
679 students
| Measure | Locust Grove Middle Locust Grove, Virginia | Post Oak Middle Spotsylvania, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #186 of 340 | #194 of 340 |
| National rank | #2776 of 15,369 | #2900 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 685 | 679 |
| Enrollment | 685 | 679 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.8% | 63.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 71% |
| Math proficiency | 73% | 76% |
| city | Locust Grove | Spotsylvania |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (72.8 vs 72.2).
- •Post Oak Middle does better on math proficiency (76% vs 73%).
- •Locust Grove Middle does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 71%).
- •Post Oak Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (63.6% vs 70.8%).
- •Locust Grove Middle does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 14.1).
- •Locust Grove Middle is the larger school with 685 students compared with 679.
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 Locust Grove Middle better than Post Oak Middle?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Locust Grove Middle and Post Oak Middle?
About 21 km in a straight line, between Locust Grove and Spotsylvania in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Locust Grove Middle: 685. Post Oak Middle: 679. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Locust Grove Middle and Post Oak Middle rank in Virginia?
Locust Grove Middle is 186th of 340 and Post Oak Middle is 194th of 340 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).