Cuthbertson Middle vs Marvin Ridge Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in North Carolina, United States, 4.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cuthbertson Middle
Waxhaw · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,323 students
Marvin Ridge Middle
Waxhaw · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,277 students
| Measure | Cuthbertson Middle Waxhaw, North Carolina | Marvin Ridge Middle Waxhaw, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 81 Top 10% | 85 Top 5% |
| State rank | #14 of 469 | #7 of 469 |
| National rank | #1393 of 15,369 | #757 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,323 | 1,277 |
| Enrollment | 1,323 | 1,277 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 11% | 4.5% |
| Students per teacher | 22.8 | 20.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 75% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 79% | 87% |
| city | Waxhaw | Waxhaw |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Marvin Ridge Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (85.0 vs 80.6).
- •Marvin Ridge Middle does better on math proficiency (87% vs 79%).
- •Marvin Ridge Middle does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 75%).
- •Marvin Ridge Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (4.5% vs 11%).
- •Marvin Ridge Middle does better on students per teacher (20.3 vs 22.8).
- •Cuthbertson Middle is the larger school with 1,323 students compared with 1,277.
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 Cuthbertson Middle better than Marvin Ridge Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Marvin Ridge Middle ranks higher (85.0 vs 80.6 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 Cuthbertson Middle and Marvin Ridge Middle?
About 4.8 km in a straight line, between Waxhaw and Waxhaw in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cuthbertson Middle: 1,323. Marvin Ridge Middle: 1,277. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cuthbertson Middle and Marvin Ridge Middle rank in North Carolina?
Cuthbertson Middle is 14th of 469 and Marvin Ridge Middle is 7th of 469 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).