Elkins Middle School vs Mountain Ridge Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in West Virginia, United States, 162 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Elkins Middle School
Elkins · Public middle · Grades 6–8
615 students
Mountain Ridge Middle School
Gerrardstown · Public middle · Grades 6–8
619 students
| Measure | Elkins Middle School Elkins, West Virginia | Mountain Ridge Middle School Gerrardstown, West Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #106 of 110 | #82 of 110 |
| National rank | #12406 of 15,369 | #10238 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 615 | 619 |
| Enrollment | 615 | 619 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 30% |
| city | Elkins | Gerrardstown |
| state | West Virginia | West Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mountain Ridge Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.2 vs 27.4).
- •Mountain Ridge Middle School does better on math proficiency (30% vs 23%).
- •Mountain Ridge Middle School does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 15.0).
- •Mountain Ridge Middle School is the larger school with 619 students compared with 615.
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 Elkins Middle School better than Mountain Ridge Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Mountain Ridge Middle School ranks higher (38.2 vs 27.4 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 Elkins Middle School and Mountain Ridge Middle School?
About 162 km in a straight line, between Elkins and Gerrardstown in West Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Elkins Middle School: 615. Mountain Ridge Middle School: 619. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Elkins Middle School and Mountain Ridge Middle School rank in West Virginia?
Elkins Middle School is 106th of 110 and Mountain Ridge Middle School is 82nd of 110 among middle schools in West Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).