Edison Middle School vs Harpers Ferry Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in West Virginia, United States, 325 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Edison Middle School
Parkersburg · Public middle · Grades 6–8
551 students
Harpers Ferry Middle School
Harpers Ferry · Public middle · Grades 6–8
550 students
| Measure | Edison Middle School Parkersburg, West Virginia | Harpers Ferry Middle School Harpers Ferry, West Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #11 of 110 | #10 of 110 |
| National rank | #4790 of 15,369 | #4659 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 551 | 550 |
| Enrollment | 551 | 550 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | 53% | 49% |
| city | Parkersburg | Harpers Ferry |
| state | West Virginia | West Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (63.1 vs 63.7).
- •Edison Middle School does better on math proficiency (53% vs 49%).
- •Harpers Ferry Middle School does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 14.5).
- •Edison Middle School is the larger school with 551 students compared with 550.
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 Edison Middle School better than Harpers Ferry 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 Edison Middle School and Harpers Ferry Middle School?
About 325 km in a straight line, between Parkersburg and Harpers Ferry in West Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Edison Middle School: 551. Harpers Ferry Middle School: 550. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Edison Middle School and Harpers Ferry Middle School rank in West Virginia?
Edison Middle School is 11th of 110 and Harpers Ferry Middle School is 10th of 110 among middle schools in West Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).