East Lee Middle vs SanLee Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in North Carolina, United States, 7.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
East Lee Middle
Sanford · Public middle · Grades 6–8
526 students
SanLee Middle School
Sanford · Public middle · Grades 6–8
792 students
| Measure | East Lee Middle Sanford, North Carolina | SanLee Middle School Sanford, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #296 of 469 | #272 of 469 |
| National rank | #12508 of 15,369 | #12194 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 526 | 792 |
| Enrollment | 526 | 792 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.5% | 99.6% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 35% |
| city | Sanford | Sanford |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •SanLee Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.6 vs 26.9).
- •SanLee Middle School does better on math proficiency (35% vs 31%).
- •SanLee Middle School does better on reading proficiency (40% vs 39%).
- •East Lee Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (97.5% vs 99.6%).
- •SanLee Middle School is the larger school with 792 students compared with 526.
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 Lee Middle better than SanLee Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), SanLee Middle School ranks higher (28.6 vs 26.9 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 Lee Middle and SanLee Middle School?
About 7.3 km in a straight line, between Sanford and Sanford in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
East Lee Middle: 526. SanLee Middle School: 792. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do East Lee Middle and SanLee Middle School rank in North Carolina?
East Lee Middle is 296th of 469 and SanLee Middle School is 272nd of 469 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).