Carmel Middle vs Fuquay-Varina Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in North Carolina, United States, 189 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carmel Middle
Charlotte · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,004 students
Fuquay-Varina Middle
Fuquay-Varina · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,004 students
| Measure | Carmel Middle Charlotte, North Carolina | Fuquay-Varina Middle Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #81 of 469 | #84 of 469 |
| National rank | #5963 of 15,369 | #6054 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,004 | 1,004 |
| Enrollment | 1,004 | 1,004 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 36.4% | 28.3% |
| Students per teacher | 17.0 | 17.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 48% | 39% |
| city | Charlotte | Fuquay-Varina |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (57.7 vs 57.3).
- •Carmel Middle does better on math proficiency (48% vs 39%).
- •Fuquay-Varina Middle does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 51%).
- •Fuquay-Varina Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (28.3% vs 36.4%).
- •Carmel Middle does better on students per teacher (17.0 vs 17.9).
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 Carmel Middle better than Fuquay-Varina Middle?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Carmel Middle and Fuquay-Varina Middle?
About 189 km in a straight line, between Charlotte and Fuquay-Varina in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carmel Middle: 1,004. Fuquay-Varina Middle: 1,004. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carmel Middle and Fuquay-Varina Middle rank in North Carolina?
Carmel Middle is 81st of 469 and Fuquay-Varina Middle is 84th of 469 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).