Ayden Middle vs South Central
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 7.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ayden Middle
Ayden · Public middle · Grades 6–8
365 students
South Central
Winterville · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,738 students
| Measure | Ayden Middle Ayden, North Carolina | South Central Winterville, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #228 of 469 | #390 of 528 |
| National rank | #11117 of 15,369 | #13563 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 365 | 1,738 |
| Enrollment | 365 | 1,738 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.2% | 99.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 18.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 40% |
| city | Ayden | Winterville |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ayden Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.8 vs 29.0).
- •South Central does better on math proficiency (40% vs 35%).
- •Ayden Middle does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 42%).
- •Ayden Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.2% vs 99.8%).
- •Ayden Middle does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 18.5).
- •South Central is the larger school with 1,738 students compared with 365.
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 Ayden Middle better than South Central?
On the Success Index (US), Ayden Middle ranks higher (33.8 vs 29.0 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 Ayden Middle and South Central?
About 7.8 km in a straight line, between Ayden and Winterville in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ayden Middle: 365. South Central: 1,738. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ayden Middle and South Central rank in North Carolina?
Ayden Middle is 228th of 469 and South Central is 390th of 528 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).