Avery Middle vs Ellerbe Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in North Carolina, United States, 224 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
Ellerbe Middle
Ellerbe · Public middle · Grades 6–8
182 students
| Measure | Avery Middle Newland, North Carolina | Ellerbe Middle Ellerbe, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #95 of 469 | #260 of 469 |
| National rank | #6795 of 15,369 | #11879 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 181 | 182 |
| Enrollment | 181 | 182 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.3% | 98.4% |
| Students per teacher | 9.5 | 14.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 38% |
| city | Newland | Ellerbe |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Avery Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (53.9 vs 30.2).
- •Avery Middle does better on math proficiency (57% vs 38%).
- •Avery Middle does better on reading proficiency (54% vs 35%).
- •Avery Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.3% vs 98.4%).
- •Avery Middle does better on students per teacher (9.5 vs 14.0).
- •Ellerbe Middle is the larger school with 182 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 Ellerbe Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Avery Middle ranks higher (53.9 vs 30.2 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 Ellerbe Middle?
About 224 km in a straight line, between Newland and Ellerbe in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Avery Middle: 181. Ellerbe Middle: 182. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Avery Middle and Ellerbe Middle rank in North Carolina?
Avery Middle is 95th of 469 and Ellerbe Middle is 260th of 469 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).