Albemarle Middle vs South Stanly Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in North Carolina, United States, 13 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Albemarle Middle
Albemarle · Public middle · Grades 6–8
355 students
South Stanly Middle
Norwood · Public middle · Grades 6–8
402 students
| Measure | Albemarle Middle Albemarle, North Carolina | South Stanly Middle Norwood, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #334 of 469 | #294 of 469 |
| National rank | #13151 of 15,369 | #12500 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 355 | 402 |
| Enrollment | 355 | 402 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.2% | 99.3% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 17.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 33% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 36% |
| city | Albemarle | Norwood |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Stanly Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.0 vs 23.3).
- •South Stanly Middle does better on math proficiency (36% vs 29%).
- •South Stanly Middle does better on reading proficiency (40% vs 33%).
- •Albemarle Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.2% vs 99.3%).
- •Albemarle Middle does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 17.5).
- •South Stanly Middle is the larger school with 402 students compared with 355.
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 Albemarle Middle better than South Stanly Middle?
On the Success Index (US), South Stanly Middle ranks higher (27.0 vs 23.3 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 Albemarle Middle and South Stanly Middle?
About 13 km in a straight line, between Albemarle and Norwood in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Albemarle Middle: 355. South Stanly Middle: 402. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Albemarle Middle and South Stanly Middle rank in North Carolina?
Albemarle Middle is 334th of 469 and South Stanly Middle is 294th of 469 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).