Drexel Elementary vs Heritage Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 2.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Drexel Elementary
Morganton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
477 students
Heritage Middle
Valdese · Public middle · Grades 6–8
475 students
| Measure | Drexel Elementary Morganton, North Carolina | Heritage Middle Valdese, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #497 of 1,457 | #137 of 469 |
| National rank | #31376 of 50,301 | #8807 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 477 | 475 |
| Enrollment | 477 | 475 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.7% | 99.2% |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 16.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 53% | 53% |
| city | Morganton | Valdese |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Heritage Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.6 vs 40.8).
- •Heritage Middle does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 51%).
- •Drexel Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.7% vs 99.2%).
- •Drexel Elementary is the larger school with 477 students compared with 475.
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 Drexel Elementary better than Heritage Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Heritage Middle ranks higher (44.6 vs 40.8 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 Drexel Elementary and Heritage Middle?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Morganton and Valdese in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Drexel Elementary: 477. Heritage Middle: 475. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Drexel Elementary and Heritage Middle rank in North Carolina?
Drexel Elementary is 497th of 1,457 and Heritage Middle is 137th of 469 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).