Central Middle School vs J W Parker Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in North Carolina, United States, 108 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
J W Parker Middle
Rocky Mount · Public middle · Grades 6–8
336 students
| Measure | Central Middle School Gatesville, North Carolina | J W Parker Middle Rocky Mount, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 10 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #123 of 469 | #453 of 469 |
| National rank | #8287 of 15,369 | #15090 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 336 | 336 |
| Enrollment | 336 | 336 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 52.7% | 99.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 19.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | – |
| Math proficiency | 42% | – |
| city | Gatesville | Rocky Mount |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.0 vs 10.1).
- •Central Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (52.7% vs 99.1%).
- •Central Middle School does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 19.8).
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 Central Middle School better than J W Parker Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Central Middle School ranks higher (47.0 vs 10.1 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 J W Parker Middle?
About 108 km in a straight line, between Gatesville and Rocky Mount in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Middle School: 336. J W Parker Middle: 336. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Middle School and J W Parker Middle rank in North Carolina?
Central Middle School is 123rd of 469 and J W Parker Middle is 453rd of 469 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).