Luther W. Machen Elementary vs Thomas Eaton Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Luther W. Machen Elementary
Hampton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
430 students
Thomas Eaton Middle
Hampton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
581 students
| Measure | Luther W. Machen Elementary Hampton, Virginia | Thomas Eaton Middle Hampton, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #1017 of 1,142 | #199 of 340 |
| National rank | #20598 of 50,301 | #2975 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 430 | 581 |
| Enrollment | 430 | 581 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95.1% | 94.3% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 56% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 83% |
| city | Hampton | Hampton |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Thomas Eaton Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.8 vs 56.5).
- •Thomas Eaton Middle does better on math proficiency (83% vs 72%).
- •Thomas Eaton Middle does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 56%).
- •Thomas Eaton Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (94.3% vs 95.1%).
- •Thomas Eaton Middle does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 13.9).
- •Thomas Eaton Middle is the larger school with 581 students compared with 430.
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 Luther W. Machen Elementary better than Thomas Eaton Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Thomas Eaton Middle ranks higher (71.8 vs 56.5 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 Luther W. Machen Elementary and Thomas Eaton Middle?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Hampton and Hampton in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Luther W. Machen Elementary: 430. Thomas Eaton Middle: 581. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Luther W. Machen Elementary and Thomas Eaton Middle rank in Virginia?
Luther W. Machen Elementary is 1017th of 1,142 and Thomas Eaton Middle is 199th of 340 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).