Skyline Middle vs Waterman 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.
Skyline Middle
Harrisonburg · Public middle · Grades 6–8
738 students
Waterman Elementary
Harrisonburg · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
557 students
| Measure | Skyline Middle Harrisonburg, Virginia | Waterman Elementary Harrisonburg, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #301 of 340 | #912 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #5146 of 15,369 | #16559 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 738 | 557 |
| Enrollment | 738 | 557 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.6% | 87.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 65% |
| Math proficiency | 65% | 74% |
| city | Harrisonburg | Harrisonburg |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (61.5 vs 62.4).
- •Waterman Elementary does better on math proficiency (74% vs 65%).
- •Waterman Elementary does better on reading proficiency (65% vs 59%).
- •Skyline Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (85.6% vs 87.1%).
- •Skyline Middle does better on students per teacher (12.7 vs 14.7).
- •Skyline Middle is the larger school with 738 students compared with 557.
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 Skyline Middle better than Waterman Elementary?
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 Skyline Middle and Waterman Elementary?
About 3.7 km in a straight line, between Harrisonburg and Harrisonburg in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Skyline Middle: 738. Waterman Elementary: 557. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Skyline Middle and Waterman Elementary rank in Virginia?
Skyline Middle is 301st of 340 and Waterman Elementary is 912th of 1,142 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).