Alston Ridge Middle vs Porter Ridge Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in North Carolina, United States, 173 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alston Ridge Middle
Cary · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,494 students
Porter Ridge Middle School
Indian Trail · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,447 students
| Measure | Alston Ridge Middle Cary, North Carolina | Porter Ridge Middle School Indian Trail, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #63 of 469 | #66 of 469 |
| National rank | #4877 of 15,369 | #5055 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,494 | 1,447 |
| Enrollment | 1,494 | 1,447 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 21.3% | 39.7% |
| Students per teacher | 19.2 | 23.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 60% |
| Math proficiency | – | 58% |
| city | Cary | Indian Trail |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (62.7 vs 62.0).
- •Alston Ridge Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (21.3% vs 39.7%).
- •Alston Ridge Middle does better on students per teacher (19.2 vs 23.3).
- •Alston Ridge Middle is the larger school with 1,494 students compared with 1,447.
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 Alston Ridge Middle better than Porter Ridge Middle School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Alston Ridge Middle and Porter Ridge Middle School?
About 173 km in a straight line, between Cary and Indian Trail in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alston Ridge Middle: 1,494. Porter Ridge Middle School: 1,447. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alston Ridge Middle and Porter Ridge Middle School rank in North Carolina?
Alston Ridge Middle is 63rd of 469 and Porter Ridge Middle School is 66th of 469 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).