Central Middle vs Starmount Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in North Carolina, United States, 23 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Middle
Dobson · Public middle · Grades 6–8
502 students
Starmount Middle
Boonville · Public middle · Grades 6–9
502 students
| Measure | Central Middle Dobson, North Carolina | Starmount Middle Boonville, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #206 of 469 | #273 of 469 |
| National rank | #10747 of 15,369 | #12225 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–9 |
| Students | 502 | 502 |
| Enrollment | 502 | 502 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.4% | 99.4% |
| Students per teacher | 16.7 | 19.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 39% |
| city | Dobson | Boonville |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.5 vs 28.4).
- •Central Middle does better on math proficiency (41% vs 39%).
- •Central Middle does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 42%).
- •Central Middle does better on students per teacher (16.7 vs 19.3).
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 Middle better than Starmount Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Central Middle ranks higher (35.5 vs 28.4 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 Middle and Starmount Middle?
About 23 km in a straight line, between Dobson and Boonville in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Middle: 502. Starmount Middle: 502. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Middle and Starmount Middle rank in North Carolina?
Central Middle is 206th of 469 and Starmount Middle is 273rd of 469 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).