Canton Middle vs Heritage Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in North Carolina, United States, 117 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Canton Middle
Canton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
475 students
Heritage Middle
Valdese · Public middle · Grades 6–8
475 students
| Measure | Canton Middle Canton, North Carolina | Heritage Middle Valdese, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #254 of 469 | #137 of 469 |
| National rank | #11724 of 15,369 | #8807 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 475 | 475 |
| Enrollment | 475 | 475 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.3% | 99.2% |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 16.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 53% |
| city | Canton | Valdese |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Heritage Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.6 vs 31.0).
- •Heritage Middle does better on math proficiency (53% vs 35%).
- •Heritage Middle does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 43%).
- •Canton Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.3% vs 99.2%).
- •Canton Middle does better on students per teacher (15.8 vs 16.4).
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 Canton Middle better than Heritage Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Heritage Middle ranks higher (44.6 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 Canton Middle and Heritage Middle?
About 117 km in a straight line, between Canton and Valdese in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Canton Middle: 475. Heritage Middle: 475. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Canton Middle and Heritage Middle rank in North Carolina?
Canton Middle is 254th of 469 and Heritage Middle is 137th of 469 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).