Mercer Middle vs Willard Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Virginia, United States, 3.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mercer Middle
Aldie · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,459 students
Willard Middle
Aldie · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,684 students
| Measure | Mercer Middle Aldie, Virginia | Willard Middle Aldie, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 91 Top 5% | 91 Top 5% |
| State rank | #27 of 340 | #21 of 340 |
| National rank | #257 of 15,369 | #233 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,459 | 1,684 |
| Enrollment | 1,459 | 1,684 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 20.4% | 8.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 91% | 88% |
| Math proficiency | 90% | 91% |
| city | Aldie | Aldie |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (90.5 vs 90.9).
- •Willard Middle does better on math proficiency (91% vs 90%).
- •Mercer Middle does better on reading proficiency (91% vs 88%).
- •Willard Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (8.8% vs 20.4%).
- •Mercer Middle does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 15.2).
- •Willard Middle is the larger school with 1,684 students compared with 1,459.
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 Mercer Middle better than Willard 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 Mercer Middle and Willard Middle?
About 3.7 km in a straight line, between Aldie and Aldie in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mercer Middle: 1,459. Willard Middle: 1,684. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mercer Middle and Willard Middle rank in Virginia?
Mercer Middle is 27th of 340 and Willard Middle is 21st of 340 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).