Shelburne Middle vs Thomas C. McSwain Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 3.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Shelburne Middle
Staunton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
583 students
Thomas C. McSwain Elementary
Staunton · Public elementary · Grades K–5
449 students
| Measure | Shelburne Middle Staunton, Virginia | Thomas C. McSwain Elementary Staunton, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #221 of 340 | #559 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #3288 of 15,369 | #9965 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 583 | 449 |
| Enrollment | 583 | 449 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84% | 84.9% |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 69% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 90% |
| city | Staunton | Staunton |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Thomas C. McSwain Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.0 vs 70.3).
- •Thomas C. McSwain Elementary does better on math proficiency (90% vs 77%).
- •Thomas C. McSwain Elementary does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 69%).
- •Shelburne Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (84% vs 84.9%).
- •Shelburne Middle does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 14.5).
- •Shelburne Middle is the larger school with 583 students compared with 449.
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 Shelburne Middle better than Thomas C. McSwain Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Thomas C. McSwain Elementary ranks higher (72.0 vs 70.3 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 Shelburne Middle and Thomas C. McSwain Elementary?
About 3.7 km in a straight line, between Staunton and Staunton in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Shelburne Middle: 583. Thomas C. McSwain Elementary: 449. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Shelburne Middle and Thomas C. McSwain Elementary rank in Virginia?
Shelburne Middle is 221st of 340 and Thomas C. McSwain Elementary is 559th of 1,142 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).