Brogden Middle vs Surf City Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in North Carolina, United States, 212 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Brogden Middle
Durham · Public middle · Grades 6–8
753 students
Surf City Middle
Hampstead · Public middle · Grades 6–8
752 students
| Measure | Brogden Middle Durham, North Carolina | Surf City Middle Hampstead, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #418 of 469 | #53 of 469 |
| National rank | #14430 of 15,369 | #4288 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 753 | 752 |
| Enrollment | 753 | 752 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.5% | 21.3% |
| Students per teacher | 17.1 | 18.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 25% | 53% |
| city | Durham | Hampstead |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Surf City Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.5 vs 16.0).
- •Surf City Middle does better on math proficiency (53% vs 25%).
- •Surf City Middle does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 28%).
- •Surf City Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (21.3% vs 99.5%).
- •Brogden Middle does better on students per teacher (17.1 vs 18.8).
- •Brogden Middle is the larger school with 753 students compared with 752.
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 Brogden Middle better than Surf City Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Surf City Middle ranks higher (65.5 vs 16.0 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 Brogden Middle and Surf City Middle?
About 212 km in a straight line, between Durham and Hampstead in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Brogden Middle: 753. Surf City Middle: 752. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Brogden Middle and Surf City Middle rank in North Carolina?
Brogden Middle is 418th of 469 and Surf City Middle is 53rd of 469 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).