Carver Middle vs West Lincoln Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in North Carolina, United States, 185 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carver Middle
Laurel Hill · Public middle · Grades 6–8
563 students
West Lincoln Middle
Lincolnton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
563 students
| Measure | Carver Middle Laurel Hill, North Carolina | West Lincoln Middle Lincolnton, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #308 of 469 | #185 of 469 |
| National rank | #12746 of 15,369 | #10180 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 563 | 563 |
| Enrollment | 563 | 563 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.5% | 98.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 50% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 39% |
| city | Laurel Hill | Lincolnton |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Lincoln Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.5 vs 25.6).
- •West Lincoln Middle does better on math proficiency (39% vs 32%).
- •West Lincoln Middle does better on reading proficiency (50% vs 32%).
- •West Lincoln Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.8% vs 99.5%).
- •Carver Middle does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 14.8).
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 Carver Middle better than West Lincoln Middle?
On the Success Index (US), West Lincoln Middle ranks higher (38.5 vs 25.6 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 Carver Middle and West Lincoln Middle?
About 185 km in a straight line, between Laurel Hill and Lincolnton in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carver Middle: 563. West Lincoln Middle: 563. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carver Middle and West Lincoln Middle rank in North Carolina?
Carver Middle is 308th of 469 and West Lincoln Middle is 185th of 469 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).