Belington Middle School vs South Harrison Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in West Virginia, United States, 43 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Belington Middle School
Belington · Public middle · Grades 5–8
248 students
South Harrison Middle School
Lost Creek · Public middle · Grades 6–8
244 students
| Measure | Belington Middle School Belington, West Virginia | South Harrison Middle School Lost Creek, West Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #58 of 110 | #40 of 110 |
| National rank | #8603 of 15,369 | #7266 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 248 | 244 |
| Enrollment | 248 | 244 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | 11.6 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 37% |
| city | Belington | Lost Creek |
| state | West Virginia | West Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Harrison Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.7 vs 45.5).
- •South Harrison Middle School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 35%).
- •South Harrison Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 13.1).
- •Belington Middle School is the larger school with 248 students compared with 244.
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 Belington Middle School better than South Harrison Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), South Harrison Middle School ranks higher (51.7 vs 45.5 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 Belington Middle School and South Harrison Middle School?
About 43 km in a straight line, between Belington and Lost Creek in West Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Belington Middle School: 248. South Harrison Middle School: 244. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Belington Middle School and South Harrison Middle School rank in West Virginia?
Belington Middle School is 58th of 110 and South Harrison Middle School is 40th of 110 among middle schools in West Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).