Central Carolina Academy vs West Lee Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 3.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Carolina Academy
Sanford · Charter high · Grades 6–12
536 students
West Lee Middle
Sanford · Public middle · Grades 6–8
522 students
| Measure | Central Carolina Academy Sanford, North Carolina | West Lee Middle Sanford, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #68 of 528 | #279 of 469 |
| National rank | #3493 of 16,910 | #12275 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 536 | 522 |
| Enrollment | 536 | 522 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 26.5% | 96.9% |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 37% |
| Math proficiency | – | 30% |
| city | Sanford | Sanford |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Carolina Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.2 vs 28.2).
- •Central Carolina Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (26.5% vs 96.9%).
- •West Lee Middle does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 15.8).
- •Central Carolina Academy is the larger school with 536 students compared with 522.
- •Central Carolina Academy is a charter school while West Lee Middle is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Central Carolina Academy better than West Lee Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Central Carolina Academy ranks higher (69.2 vs 28.2 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 Central Carolina Academy and West Lee Middle?
About 3.3 km in a straight line, between Sanford and Sanford in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Carolina Academy: 536. West Lee Middle: 522. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Carolina Academy and West Lee Middle rank in North Carolina?
Central Carolina Academy is 68th of 528 and West Lee Middle is 279th of 469 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).