Braxton County Middle School vs West Side Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in West Virginia, United States, 93 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Braxton County Middle School
Sutton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
376 students
West Side Middle School
Charleston · Public middle · Grades 6–8
374 students
| Measure | Braxton County Middle School Sutton, West Virginia | West Side Middle School Charleston, West Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #102 of 110 | #101 of 110 |
| National rank | #11957 of 15,369 | #11861 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 376 | 374 |
| Enrollment | 376 | 374 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 12.5 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 16% |
| city | Sutton | Charleston |
| state | West Virginia | West Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (29.8 vs 30.4).
- •Braxton County Middle School does better on math proficiency (24% vs 16%).
- •West Side Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 14.5).
- •Braxton County Middle School is the larger school with 376 students compared with 374.
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 Braxton County Middle School better than West Side Middle School?
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 Braxton County Middle School and West Side Middle School?
About 93 km in a straight line, between Sutton and Charleston in West Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Braxton County Middle School: 376. West Side Middle School: 374. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Braxton County Middle School and West Side Middle School rank in West Virginia?
Braxton County Middle School is 102nd of 110 and West Side Middle School is 101st of 110 among middle schools in West Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).