Bethel Middle vs Canton Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in North Carolina, United States, 7.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bethel Middle
Waynesville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
254 students
Canton Middle
Canton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
475 students
| Measure | Bethel Middle Waynesville, North Carolina | Canton Middle Canton, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #144 of 469 | #254 of 469 |
| National rank | #9002 of 15,369 | #11724 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 254 | 475 |
| Enrollment | 254 | 475 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.8% | 98.3% |
| Students per teacher | 15.9 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 35% |
| city | Waynesville | Canton |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bethel Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.7 vs 31.0).
- •Bethel Middle does better on math proficiency (42% vs 35%).
- •Bethel Middle does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 43%).
- •Canton Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.3% vs 98.8%).
- •Canton Middle does better on students per teacher (15.8 vs 15.9).
- •Canton Middle is the larger school with 475 students compared with 254.
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 Bethel Middle better than Canton Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Bethel Middle ranks higher (43.7 vs 31.0 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 Bethel Middle and Canton Middle?
About 7.7 km in a straight line, between Waynesville and Canton in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bethel Middle: 254. Canton Middle: 475. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bethel Middle and Canton Middle rank in North Carolina?
Bethel Middle is 144th of 469 and Canton Middle is 254th of 469 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).