Avery Middle vs Cranberry Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in North Carolina, United States, 9.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Avery Middle
Newland · Public middle · Grades 6–8
181 students
Cranberry Middle
Elk Park · Public middle · Grades 6–8
202 students
| Measure | Avery Middle Newland, North Carolina | Cranberry Middle Elk Park, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #95 of 469 | #71 of 469 |
| National rank | #6795 of 15,369 | #5253 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 181 | 202 |
| Enrollment | 181 | 202 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.3% | 96% |
| Students per teacher | 9.5 | 11.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 67% |
| city | Newland | Elk Park |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cranberry Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.0 vs 53.9).
- •Cranberry Middle does better on math proficiency (67% vs 57%).
- •Cranberry Middle does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 54%).
- •Cranberry Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (96% vs 98.3%).
- •Avery Middle does better on students per teacher (9.5 vs 11.9).
- •Cranberry Middle is the larger school with 202 students compared with 181.
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 Avery Middle better than Cranberry Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Cranberry Middle ranks higher (61.0 vs 53.9 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 Avery Middle and Cranberry Middle?
About 9.8 km in a straight line, between Newland and Elk Park in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Avery Middle: 181. Cranberry Middle: 202. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Avery Middle and Cranberry Middle rank in North Carolina?
Avery Middle is 95th of 469 and Cranberry Middle is 71st of 469 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).