Central Middle School vs Riverside Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in North Carolina, United States, 75 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
Riverside Middle
Williamston · Public middle · Grades 6–8
335 students
| Measure | Central Middle School Gatesville, North Carolina | Riverside Middle Williamston, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #123 of 469 | #385 of 469 |
| National rank | #8287 of 15,369 | #13993 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 336 | 335 |
| Enrollment | 336 | 335 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 52.7% | 99.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 14.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 30% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 18% |
| city | Gatesville | Williamston |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.0 vs 18.7).
- •Central Middle School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 18%).
- •Central Middle School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 30%).
- •Central Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (52.7% vs 99.1%).
- •Riverside Middle does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 14.6).
- •Central Middle School is the larger school with 336 students compared with 335.
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 Riverside Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Central Middle School ranks higher (47.0 vs 18.7 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 Riverside Middle?
About 75 km in a straight line, between Gatesville and Williamston in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Middle School: 336. Riverside Middle: 335. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Middle School and Riverside Middle rank in North Carolina?
Central Middle School is 123rd of 469 and Riverside Middle is 385th of 469 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).