Herald Whitaker Middle School vs North Magoffin Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Kentucky, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Herald Whitaker Middle School
Salyersville · Public middle · Grades 7–8
260 students
North Magoffin Elementary
Salyersville · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
417 students
| Measure | Herald Whitaker Middle School Salyersville, Kentucky | North Magoffin Elementary Salyersville, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #160 of 217 | #273 of 707 |
| National rank | #8252 of 15,369 | #20011 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 260 | 417 |
| Enrollment | 260 | 417 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.1% | 78.9% |
| Students per teacher | 11.3 | 16.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 69% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 57% |
| city | Salyersville | Salyersville |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Magoffin Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.4 vs 47.2).
- •North Magoffin Elementary does better on math proficiency (57% vs 39%).
- •North Magoffin Elementary does better on reading proficiency (69% vs 46%).
- •Herald Whitaker Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68.1% vs 78.9%).
- •Herald Whitaker Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.3 vs 16.0).
- •North Magoffin Elementary is the larger school with 417 students compared with 260.
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 Herald Whitaker Middle School better than North Magoffin Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), North Magoffin Elementary ranks higher (57.4 vs 47.2 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 Herald Whitaker Middle School and North Magoffin Elementary?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Salyersville and Salyersville in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Herald Whitaker Middle School: 260. North Magoffin Elementary: 417. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Herald Whitaker Middle School and North Magoffin Elementary rank in Kentucky?
Herald Whitaker Middle School is 160th of 217 and North Magoffin Elementary is 273rd of 707 among middle schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).