Northside Middle vs Willoughby Early Childhood Center
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northside Middle
Norfolk · Public middle · Grades 6–8
732 students
Willoughby Early Childhood Center
Norfolk · Public other · Grades PK–PK
181 students
| Measure | Northside Middle Norfolk, Virginia | Willoughby Early Childhood Center Norfolk, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #269 of 340 | – |
| National rank | #4129 of 15,369 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Other |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–PK |
| Students | 732 | 181 |
| Enrollment | 732 | 181 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.8% | 98.3% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 9.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 68% | – |
| Math proficiency | 77% | – |
| city | Norfolk | Norfolk |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northside Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89.8% vs 98.3%).
- •Willoughby Early Childhood Center does better on students per teacher (9.5 vs 13.6).
- •Northside Middle is the larger school with 732 students compared with 181.
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 Northside Middle better than Willoughby Early Childhood Center?
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 Northside Middle and Willoughby Early Childhood Center?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Norfolk and Norfolk in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northside Middle: 732. Willoughby Early Childhood Center: 181. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northside Middle and Willoughby Early Childhood Center rank in Virginia?
Northside Middle is 269th of 340 and Willoughby Early Childhood Center is unranked among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).