East Alexander Middle vs Southwest Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in North Carolina, United States, 356 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
East Alexander Middle
Hiddenite · Public middle · Grades 6–8
510 students
Southwest Middle
Jacksonville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
510 students
| Measure | East Alexander Middle Hiddenite, North Carolina | Southwest Middle Jacksonville, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #248 of 469 | #220 of 469 |
| National rank | #11490 of 15,369 | #10998 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 510 | 510 |
| Enrollment | 510 | 510 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.8% | 62% |
| Students per teacher | 16.5 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 26% |
| city | Hiddenite | Jacksonville |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Southwest Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.4 vs 32.1).
- •East Alexander Middle does better on math proficiency (37% vs 26%).
- •East Alexander Middle does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 41%).
- •Southwest Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62% vs 98.8%).
- •Southwest Middle does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 16.5).
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 East Alexander Middle better than Southwest Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Southwest Middle ranks higher (34.4 vs 32.1 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 East Alexander Middle and Southwest Middle?
About 356 km in a straight line, between Hiddenite and Jacksonville in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
East Alexander Middle: 510. Southwest Middle: 510. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do East Alexander Middle and Southwest Middle rank in North Carolina?
East Alexander Middle is 248th of 469 and Southwest Middle is 220th of 469 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).