Gainesville Middle School West vs Rising Starr Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Georgia, United States, 120 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gainesville Middle School West
Gainesville- · Public middle · Grades 6–8
931 students
Rising Starr Middle School
Fayetteville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
931 students
| Measure | Gainesville Middle School West Gainesville-, Georgia | Rising Starr Middle School Fayetteville, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 89 Top 5% |
| State rank | #283 of 482 | #5 of 482 |
| National rank | #11356 of 15,369 | #391 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 931 | 931 |
| Enrollment | 931 | 931 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 73.3% | 14.9% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 79% |
| Math proficiency | – | 85% |
| city | Gainesville- | Fayetteville |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rising Starr Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (88.7 vs 32.7).
- •Rising Starr Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (14.9% vs 73.3%).
- •Rising Starr Middle School does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 16.3).
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 Gainesville Middle School West better than Rising Starr Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Rising Starr Middle School ranks higher (88.7 vs 32.7 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 Gainesville Middle School West and Rising Starr Middle School?
About 120 km in a straight line, between Gainesville- and Fayetteville in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gainesville Middle School West: 931. Rising Starr Middle School: 931. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gainesville Middle School West and Rising Starr Middle School rank in Georgia?
Gainesville Middle School West is 283rd of 482 and Rising Starr Middle School is 5th of 482 among middle schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).