George County Middle School vs New Hope Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Mississippi, United States, 282 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
George County Middle School
Lucedale · Public middle · Grades 7–8
618 students
New Hope Middle School
Columbus · Public middle · Grades 6–8
604 students
| Measure | George County Middle School Lucedale, Mississippi | New Hope Middle School Columbus, Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #63 of 181 | #35 of 181 |
| National rank | #8426 of 15,369 | #6295 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 618 | 604 |
| Enrollment | 618 | 604 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 67.3% | 68.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 60% |
| city | Lucedale | Columbus |
| state | Mississippi | Mississippi |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •New Hope Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.2 vs 46.4).
- •New Hope Middle School does better on math proficiency (60% vs 52%).
- •New Hope Middle School does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 39%).
- •George County Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (67.3% vs 68.5%).
- •New Hope Middle School does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 14.4).
- •George County Middle School is the larger school with 618 students compared with 604.
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 George County Middle School better than New Hope Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), New Hope Middle School ranks higher (56.2 vs 46.4 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 George County Middle School and New Hope Middle School?
About 282 km in a straight line, between Lucedale and Columbus in Mississippi.
Which has the better Enrollment?
George County Middle School: 618. New Hope Middle School: 604. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do George County Middle School and New Hope Middle School rank in Mississippi?
George County Middle School is 63rd of 181 and New Hope Middle School is 35th of 181 among middle schools in Mississippi on the 2025 Success Index (US).