Appalachian Academy at Middle Fork vs East Forsyth Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 3.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Appalachian Academy at Middle Fork
Walkertown · Public elementary · Grades K–5
295 students
East Forsyth Middle School
Kernersville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
772 students
| Measure | Appalachian Academy at Middle Fork Walkertown, North Carolina | East Forsyth Middle School Kernersville, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1376 of 1,457 | #442 of 469 |
| National rank | #48583 of 50,301 | #14842 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 295 | 772 |
| Enrollment | 295 | 772 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 71.9% | 99.6% |
| Students per teacher | – | 16.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 23% |
| Math proficiency | 7.5% | 18% |
| city | Walkertown | Kernersville |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (12.7 vs 12.6).
- •East Forsyth Middle School does better on math proficiency (18% vs 7.5%).
- •East Forsyth Middle School does better on reading proficiency (23% vs 17%).
- •Appalachian Academy at Middle Fork does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (71.9% vs 99.6%).
- •East Forsyth Middle School is the larger school with 772 students compared with 295.
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 Appalachian Academy at Middle Fork better than East Forsyth 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 Appalachian Academy at Middle Fork and East Forsyth Middle School?
About 3.7 km in a straight line, between Walkertown and Kernersville in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Appalachian Academy at Middle Fork: 295. East Forsyth Middle School: 772. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Appalachian Academy at Middle Fork and East Forsyth Middle School rank in North Carolina?
Appalachian Academy at Middle Fork is 1376th of 1,457 and East Forsyth Middle School is 442nd of 469 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).