Archer Lodge Middle vs Southwest Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in North Carolina, United States, 247 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Archer Lodge Middle
Wendell · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,204 students
Southwest Middle School
Charlotte · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,205 students
| Measure | Archer Lodge Middle Wendell, North Carolina | Southwest Middle School Charlotte, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #317 of 469 | #302 of 469 |
| National rank | #12887 of 15,369 | #12700 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,204 | 1,205 |
| Enrollment | 1,204 | 1,205 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.8% | 99.8% |
| Students per teacher | 18.8 | 17.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 39% |
| city | Wendell | Charlotte |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Southwest Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (25.9 vs 24.8).
- •Southwest Middle School does better on math proficiency (39% vs 29%).
- •Archer Lodge Middle does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 36%).
- •Southwest Middle School does better on students per teacher (17.7 vs 18.8).
- •Southwest Middle School is the larger school with 1,205 students compared with 1,204.
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 Archer Lodge Middle better than Southwest Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Southwest Middle School ranks higher (25.9 vs 24.8 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 Archer Lodge Middle and Southwest Middle School?
About 247 km in a straight line, between Wendell and Charlotte in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Archer Lodge Middle: 1,204. Southwest Middle School: 1,205. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Archer Lodge Middle and Southwest Middle School rank in North Carolina?
Archer Lodge Middle is 317th of 469 and Southwest Middle School is 302nd of 469 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).