Buckhorn Middle School vs Meridianville Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Alabama, United States, 11 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Buckhorn Middle School
New Market · Public middle · Grades 7–8
701 students
Meridianville Middle School
Hazel Green · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,100 students
| Measure | Buckhorn Middle School New Market, Alabama | Meridianville Middle School Hazel Green, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #48 of 263 | #47 of 263 |
| National rank | #4921 of 15,369 | #4906 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 701 | 1,100 |
| Enrollment | 701 | 1,100 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34.4% | 45.2% |
| Students per teacher | 20.6 | 21.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 61% | 64% |
| city | New Market | Hazel Green |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (62.5 vs 62.6).
- •Meridianville Middle School does better on math proficiency (64% vs 61%).
- •Meridianville Middle School does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 54%).
- •Buckhorn Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.4% vs 45.2%).
- •Buckhorn Middle School does better on students per teacher (20.6 vs 21.6).
- •Meridianville Middle School is the larger school with 1,100 students compared with 701.
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 Buckhorn Middle School better than Meridianville 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 Buckhorn Middle School and Meridianville Middle School?
About 11 km in a straight line, between New Market and Hazel Green in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Buckhorn Middle School: 701. Meridianville Middle School: 1,100. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Buckhorn Middle School and Meridianville Middle School rank in Alabama?
Buckhorn Middle School is 48th of 263 and Meridianville Middle School is 47th of 263 among middle schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).