Benson Middle vs Charles H Darden Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in North Carolina, United States, 69 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benson Middle
Benson · Public middle · Grades 6–8
377 students
Charles H Darden Middle
Wilson · Public middle · Grades 6–8
378 students
| Measure | Benson Middle Benson, North Carolina | Charles H Darden Middle Wilson, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #394 of 469 | #370 of 469 |
| National rank | #14191 of 15,369 | #13750 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 377 | 378 |
| Enrollment | 377 | 378 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.2% | 99.2% |
| Students per teacher | 15.1 | 14.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 24% |
| city | Benson | Wilson |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Charles H Darden Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (20.1 vs 17.4).
- •Charles H Darden Middle does better on math proficiency (24% vs 21%).
- •Benson Middle does better on reading proficiency (29% vs 28%).
- •Charles H Darden Middle does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 15.1).
- •Charles H Darden Middle is the larger school with 378 students compared with 377.
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 Benson Middle better than Charles H Darden Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Charles H Darden Middle ranks higher (20.1 vs 17.4 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 Benson Middle and Charles H Darden Middle?
About 69 km in a straight line, between Benson and Wilson in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benson Middle: 377. Charles H Darden Middle: 378. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benson Middle and Charles H Darden Middle rank in North Carolina?
Benson Middle is 394th of 469 and Charles H Darden Middle is 370th of 469 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).