Cane River Middle vs East Yancey Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in North Carolina, United States, 11 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cane River Middle
Burnsville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
210 students
East Yancey Middle
Burnsville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
259 students
| Measure | Cane River Middle Burnsville, North Carolina | East Yancey Middle Burnsville, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #160 of 469 | #126 of 469 |
| National rank | #9655 of 15,369 | #8379 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 210 | 259 |
| Enrollment | 210 | 259 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.1% | 98.8% |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 49% |
| city | Burnsville | Burnsville |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •East Yancey Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.6 vs 40.7).
- •East Yancey Middle does better on math proficiency (49% vs 43%).
- •East Yancey Middle does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 45%).
- •Cane River Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.1% vs 98.8%).
- •Cane River Middle does better on students per teacher (12.4 vs 13.6).
- •East Yancey Middle is the larger school with 259 students compared with 210.
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 Cane River Middle better than East Yancey Middle?
On the Success Index (US), East Yancey Middle ranks higher (46.6 vs 40.7 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 Cane River Middle and East Yancey Middle?
About 11 km in a straight line, between Burnsville and Burnsville in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cane River Middle: 210. East Yancey Middle: 259. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cane River Middle and East Yancey Middle rank in North Carolina?
Cane River Middle is 160th of 469 and East Yancey Middle is 126th of 469 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).