Guyan Valley Middle vs West Hamlin Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in West Virginia, United States, 5.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Guyan Valley Middle
Branchland · Public middle · Grades 6–8
190 students
West Hamlin Elementary
West Hamlin · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
429 students
| Measure | Guyan Valley Middle Branchland, West Virginia | West Hamlin Elementary West Hamlin, West Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #105 of 110 | #370 of 390 |
| National rank | #12333 of 15,369 | #39555 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 190 | 429 |
| Enrollment | 190 | 429 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 25% |
| city | Branchland | West Hamlin |
| state | West Virginia | West Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (27.8 vs 28.5).
- •West Hamlin Elementary does better on math proficiency (25% vs 17%).
- •Guyan Valley Middle does better on students per teacher (12.7 vs 14.3).
- •West Hamlin Elementary is the larger school with 429 students compared with 190.
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 Guyan Valley Middle better than West Hamlin 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 Guyan Valley Middle and West Hamlin Elementary?
About 5.0 km in a straight line, between Branchland and West Hamlin in West Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Guyan Valley Middle: 190. West Hamlin Elementary: 429. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Guyan Valley Middle and West Hamlin Elementary rank in West Virginia?
Guyan Valley Middle is 105th of 110 and West Hamlin Elementary is 370th of 390 among middle schools in West Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).