A L Stanback Middle vs Selma Burke Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in North Carolina, United States, 164 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
A L Stanback Middle
Hillsborough · Public middle · Grades 6–8
648 students
Selma Burke Middle
Mooresville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
649 students
| Measure | A L Stanback Middle Hillsborough, North Carolina | Selma Burke Middle Mooresville, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #121 of 469 | #130 of 469 |
| National rank | #8030 of 15,369 | #8535 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 648 | 649 |
| Enrollment | 648 | 649 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 57.7% | 49.9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 17.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | – |
| Math proficiency | 44% | – |
| city | Hillsborough | Mooresville |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •A L Stanback Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.2 vs 45.9).
- •Selma Burke Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49.9% vs 57.7%).
- •A L Stanback Middle does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 17.5).
- •Selma Burke Middle is the larger school with 649 students compared with 648.
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 A L Stanback Middle better than Selma Burke Middle?
On the Success Index (US), A L Stanback Middle ranks higher (48.2 vs 45.9 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 A L Stanback Middle and Selma Burke Middle?
About 164 km in a straight line, between Hillsborough and Mooresville in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
A L Stanback Middle: 648. Selma Burke Middle: 649. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do A L Stanback Middle and Selma Burke Middle rank in North Carolina?
A L Stanback Middle is 121st of 469 and Selma Burke Middle is 130th of 469 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).