Poquoson Middle vs Southampton Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Virginia, United States, 81 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Poquoson Middle
Poquoson · Public middle · Grades 6–8
491 students
Southampton Middle
Courtland · Public middle · Grades 6–8
497 students
| Measure | Poquoson Middle Poquoson, Virginia | Southampton Middle Courtland, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 92 Top 5% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #14 of 340 | #235 of 340 |
| National rank | #180 of 15,369 | #3445 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 491 | 497 |
| Enrollment | 491 | 497 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 20.2% | 92% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 91% | 80% |
| Math proficiency | 94% | 80% |
| city | Poquoson | Courtland |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Poquoson Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (91.8 vs 69.6).
- •Poquoson Middle does better on math proficiency (94% vs 80%).
- •Poquoson Middle does better on reading proficiency (91% vs 80%).
- •Poquoson Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.2% vs 92%).
- •Poquoson Middle does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 13.8).
- •Southampton Middle is the larger school with 497 students compared with 491.
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 Poquoson Middle better than Southampton Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Poquoson Middle ranks higher (91.8 vs 69.6 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 Poquoson Middle and Southampton Middle?
About 81 km in a straight line, between Poquoson and Courtland in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Poquoson Middle: 491. Southampton Middle: 497. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Poquoson Middle and Southampton Middle rank in Virginia?
Poquoson Middle is 14th of 340 and Southampton Middle is 235th of 340 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).