Cane River Middle vs West Pender Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in North Carolina, United States, 418 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
West Pender Middle
Burgaw · Public middle · Grades 6–8
209 students
| Measure | Cane River Middle Burnsville, North Carolina | West Pender Middle Burgaw, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #160 of 469 | #335 of 469 |
| National rank | #9655 of 15,369 | #13203 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 210 | 209 |
| Enrollment | 210 | 209 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.1% | 97.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 17% |
| city | Burnsville | Burgaw |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cane River Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (40.7 vs 23.2).
- •Cane River Middle does better on math proficiency (43% vs 17%).
- •Cane River Middle does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 36%).
- •West Pender Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (97.6% vs 98.1%).
- •West Pender Middle does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 12.4).
- •Cane River Middle is the larger school with 210 students compared with 209.
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 West Pender Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Cane River Middle ranks higher (40.7 vs 23.2 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 West Pender Middle?
About 418 km in a straight line, between Burnsville and Burgaw in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cane River Middle: 210. West Pender Middle: 209. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cane River Middle and West Pender Middle rank in North Carolina?
Cane River Middle is 160th of 469 and West Pender Middle is 335th of 469 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).