Manchester Middle vs River City Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Virginia, United States, 2.2 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
River City Middle
Richmond · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,150 students
| Measure | Manchester Middle North Chesterfield, Virginia | River City Middle Richmond, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #238 of 340 | #336 of 340 |
| National rank | #3497 of 15,369 | #10516 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,109 | 1,150 |
| Enrollment | 1,109 | 1,150 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 75.2% | 99% |
| Students per teacher | 15.2 | 12.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 74% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 79% | 38% |
| city | North Chesterfield | Richmond |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Manchester Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.3 vs 36.7).
- •Manchester Middle does better on math proficiency (79% vs 38%).
- •Manchester Middle does better on reading proficiency (74% vs 42%).
- •Manchester Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (75.2% vs 99%).
- •River City Middle does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 15.2).
- •River City Middle is the larger school with 1,150 students compared with 1,109.
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 River City Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Manchester Middle ranks higher (69.3 vs 36.7 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 Manchester Middle and River City Middle?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between North Chesterfield and Richmond in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Manchester Middle: 1,109. River City Middle: 1,150. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Manchester Middle and River City Middle rank in Virginia?
Manchester Middle is 238th of 340 and River City Middle is 336th of 340 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).