Dillard Middle vs J Sam Gentry Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in North Carolina, United States, 271 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dillard Middle
Goldsboro · Public middle · Grades 6–8
319 students
J Sam Gentry Middle
Mount Airy · Public middle · Grades 6–8
320 students
| Measure | Dillard Middle Goldsboro, North Carolina | J Sam Gentry Middle Mount Airy, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 8 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #464 of 469 | #135 of 469 |
| National rank | #15243 of 15,369 | #8739 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 319 | 320 |
| Enrollment | 319 | 320 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.1% | 99.1% |
| Students per teacher | 16.8 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 13% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 5% | 45% |
| city | Goldsboro | Mount Airy |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •J Sam Gentry Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.9 vs 7.6).
- •J Sam Gentry Middle does better on math proficiency (45% vs 5%).
- •J Sam Gentry Middle does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 13%).
- •J Sam Gentry Middle does better on students per teacher (14.5 vs 16.8).
- •J Sam Gentry Middle is the larger school with 320 students compared with 319.
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 Dillard Middle better than J Sam Gentry Middle?
On the Success Index (US), J Sam Gentry Middle ranks higher (44.9 vs 7.6 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 Dillard Middle and J Sam Gentry Middle?
About 271 km in a straight line, between Goldsboro and Mount Airy in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dillard Middle: 319. J Sam Gentry Middle: 320. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dillard Middle and J Sam Gentry Middle rank in North Carolina?
Dillard Middle is 464th of 469 and J Sam Gentry Middle is 135th of 469 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).