Manchester Middle vs Providence Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Virginia, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Manchester Middle
North Chesterfield · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,109 students
Providence Middle
North Chesterfield · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,033 students
| Measure | Manchester Middle North Chesterfield, Virginia | Providence Middle North Chesterfield, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #238 of 340 | #226 of 340 |
| National rank | #3497 of 15,369 | #3327 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,109 | 1,033 |
| Enrollment | 1,109 | 1,033 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 75.2% | 75% |
| Students per teacher | 15.2 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 74% | 70% |
| Math proficiency | 79% | 79% |
| city | North Chesterfield | North Chesterfield |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (69.3 vs 70.1).
- •Manchester Middle does better on reading proficiency (74% vs 70%).
- •Providence Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (75% vs 75.2%).
- •Providence Middle does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 15.2).
- •Manchester Middle is the larger school with 1,109 students compared with 1,033.
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 Manchester Middle better than Providence 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 Manchester Middle and Providence Middle?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between North Chesterfield and North Chesterfield in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Manchester Middle: 1,109. Providence Middle: 1,033. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Manchester Middle and Providence Middle rank in Virginia?
Manchester Middle is 238th of 340 and Providence Middle is 226th of 340 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).