Louise A. Benton Middle vs Midlothian Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Virginia, United States, 130 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Louise A. Benton Middle
Manassas · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,339 students
Midlothian Middle
Midlothian · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,330 students
| Measure | Louise A. Benton Middle Manassas, Virginia | Midlothian Middle Midlothian, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 85 Top 5% | 90 Top 5% |
| State rank | #78 of 340 | #33 of 340 |
| National rank | #746 of 15,369 | #279 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,339 | 1,330 |
| Enrollment | 1,339 | 1,330 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 25% | 13.9% |
| Students per teacher | 16.9 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 85% | 91% |
| Math proficiency | 86% | 94% |
| city | Manassas | Midlothian |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Midlothian Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (90.2 vs 85.1).
- •Midlothian Middle does better on math proficiency (94% vs 86%).
- •Midlothian Middle does better on reading proficiency (91% vs 85%).
- •Midlothian Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (13.9% vs 25%).
- •Midlothian Middle does better on students per teacher (15.5 vs 16.9).
- •Louise A. Benton Middle is the larger school with 1,339 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 Louise A. Benton Middle better than Midlothian Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Midlothian Middle ranks higher (90.2 vs 85.1 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 Louise A. Benton Middle and Midlothian Middle?
About 130 km in a straight line, between Manassas and Midlothian in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Louise A. Benton Middle: 1,339. Midlothian Middle: 1,330. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Louise A. Benton Middle and Midlothian Middle rank in Virginia?
Louise A. Benton Middle is 78th of 340 and Midlothian Middle is 33rd of 340 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).