Plaza Middle vs Providence Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Virginia, United States, 149 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Plaza Middle
Virginia Beach · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,033 students
Providence Middle
North Chesterfield · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,033 students
| Measure | Plaza Middle Virginia Beach, Virginia | Providence Middle North Chesterfield, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 81 Top 10% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #104 of 340 | #226 of 340 |
| National rank | #1328 of 15,369 | #3327 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,033 | 1,033 |
| Enrollment | 1,033 | 1,033 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 44.6% | 75% |
| Students per teacher | 15.7 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 85% | 70% |
| Math proficiency | 86% | 79% |
| city | Virginia Beach | North Chesterfield |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Plaza Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.0 vs 70.1).
- •Plaza Middle does better on math proficiency (86% vs 79%).
- •Plaza Middle does better on reading proficiency (85% vs 70%).
- •Plaza Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.6% vs 75%).
- •Providence Middle does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 15.7).
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 Plaza Middle better than Providence Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Plaza Middle ranks higher (81.0 vs 70.1 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 Plaza Middle and Providence Middle?
About 149 km in a straight line, between Virginia Beach and North Chesterfield in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Plaza Middle: 1,033. Providence Middle: 1,033. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Plaza Middle and Providence Middle rank in Virginia?
Plaza Middle is 104th of 340 and Providence Middle is 226th of 340 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).