Avery Middle vs Marjorie Williams Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 4.8 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
Marjorie Williams Academy
Newland · Charter other · Grades K–12
130 students
| Measure | Avery Middle Newland, North Carolina | Marjorie Williams Academy Newland, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #95 of 469 | – |
| National rank | #6795 of 15,369 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Other |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 181 | 130 |
| Enrollment | 181 | 130 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.3% | 96.9% |
| Students per teacher | 9.5 | 6.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 32% |
| city | Newland | Newland |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Avery Middle does better on math proficiency (57% vs 32%).
- •Avery Middle does better on reading proficiency (54% vs 22%).
- •Marjorie Williams Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (96.9% vs 98.3%).
- •Marjorie Williams Academy does better on students per teacher (6.8 vs 9.5).
- •Avery Middle is the larger school with 181 students compared with 130.
- •Avery Middle is a public school while Marjorie Williams 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 Avery Middle better than Marjorie Williams 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 Avery Middle and Marjorie Williams Academy?
About 4.8 km in a straight line, between Newland and Newland in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Avery Middle: 181. Marjorie Williams Academy: 130. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Avery Middle and Marjorie Williams Academy rank in North Carolina?
Avery Middle is 95th of 469 and Marjorie Williams Academy is unranked among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).