Appalachian Academy at Middle Fork vs Quality Education Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 3.5 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
Quality Education Academy
Winston-Salem · Charter other · Grades K–12
776 students
| Measure | Appalachian Academy at Middle Fork Walkertown, North Carolina | Quality Education Academy Winston-Salem, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #1376 of 1,457 | – |
| National rank | #48583 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 295 | 776 |
| Enrollment | 295 | 776 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 71.9% | 99% |
| Students per teacher | – | 22.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 7.5% | 27% |
| city | Walkertown | Winston-Salem |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Quality Education Academy does better on math proficiency (27% vs 7.5%).
- •Quality Education Academy does better on reading proficiency (28% vs 17%).
- •Appalachian Academy at Middle Fork does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (71.9% vs 99%).
- •Quality Education Academy is the larger school with 776 students compared with 295.
- •Appalachian Academy at Middle Fork is a public school while Quality Education Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Quality Education Academy?
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 Quality Education Academy?
About 3.5 km in a straight line, between Walkertown and Winston-Salem in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Appalachian Academy at Middle Fork: 295. Quality Education Academy: 776. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Appalachian Academy at Middle Fork and Quality Education Academy rank in North Carolina?
Appalachian Academy at Middle Fork is 1376th of 1,457 and Quality Education Academy is unranked among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).