Charles P Murray Middle vs Myrtle Grove Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in North Carolina, United States, 4.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Charles P Murray Middle
Wilmington · Public middle · Grades 6–8
907 students
Myrtle Grove Middle
Wilmington · Public middle · Grades 6–8
600 students
| Measure | Charles P Murray Middle Wilmington, North Carolina | Myrtle Grove Middle Wilmington, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #33 of 469 | #132 of 469 |
| National rank | #3061 of 15,369 | #8552 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 907 | 600 |
| Enrollment | 907 | 600 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34.3% | 99% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 65% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 64% | 48% |
| city | Wilmington | Wilmington |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Charles P Murray Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.3 vs 45.8).
- •Charles P Murray Middle does better on math proficiency (64% vs 48%).
- •Charles P Murray Middle does better on reading proficiency (65% vs 55%).
- •Charles P Murray Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.3% vs 99%).
- •Myrtle Grove Middle does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 17.8).
- •Charles P Murray Middle is the larger school with 907 students compared with 600.
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 Charles P Murray Middle better than Myrtle Grove Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Charles P Murray Middle ranks higher (71.3 vs 45.8 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 Charles P Murray Middle and Myrtle Grove Middle?
About 4.7 km in a straight line, between Wilmington and Wilmington in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Charles P Murray Middle: 907. Myrtle Grove Middle: 600. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Charles P Murray Middle and Myrtle Grove Middle rank in North Carolina?
Charles P Murray Middle is 33rd of 469 and Myrtle Grove Middle is 132nd of 469 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).