Central Middle School vs Gatesville Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 3.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Middle School
Gatesville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
336 students
Gatesville Elementary
Gatesville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
252 students
| Measure | Central Middle School Gatesville, North Carolina | Gatesville Elementary Gatesville, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #123 of 469 | #441 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #8287 of 15,369 | #29518 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 336 | 252 |
| Enrollment | 336 | 252 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 52.7% | 59.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 16.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 42% |
| city | Gatesville | Gatesville |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.0 vs 43.6).
- •Gatesville Elementary does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 42%).
- •Central Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (52.7% vs 59.5%).
- •Central Middle School does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 16.8).
- •Central Middle School is the larger school with 336 students compared with 252.
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 School better than Gatesville Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Central Middle School ranks higher (47.0 vs 43.6 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 Central Middle School and Gatesville Elementary?
About 3.5 km in a straight line, between Gatesville and Gatesville in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Middle School: 336. Gatesville Elementary: 252. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Middle School and Gatesville Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Central Middle School is 123rd of 469 and Gatesville Elementary is 441st of 1,457 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).