Eastern Wayne Middle vs Wayne STEM Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Eastern Wayne Middle
Goldsboro · Public middle · Grades 6–8
427 students
Wayne STEM Academy
Goldsboro · Charter elementary · Grades K–4
305 students
| Measure | Eastern Wayne Middle Goldsboro, North Carolina | Wayne STEM Academy Goldsboro, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #429 of 469 | #288 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #14538 of 15,369 | #22603 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 427 | 305 |
| Enrollment | 427 | 305 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.4% | 67.5% |
| Students per teacher | 19.4 | 12.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | – |
| Math proficiency | 22% | – |
| city | Goldsboro | Goldsboro |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Wayne STEM Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (53.7 vs 15.2).
- •Wayne STEM Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (67.5% vs 97.4%).
- •Wayne STEM Academy does better on students per teacher (12.7 vs 19.4).
- •Eastern Wayne Middle is the larger school with 427 students compared with 305.
- •Eastern Wayne Middle is a public school while Wayne STEM Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Eastern Wayne Middle better than Wayne STEM Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Wayne STEM Academy ranks higher (53.7 vs 15.2 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 Eastern Wayne Middle and Wayne STEM Academy?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Goldsboro and Goldsboro in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Eastern Wayne Middle: 427. Wayne STEM Academy: 305. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Eastern Wayne Middle and Wayne STEM Academy rank in North Carolina?
Eastern Wayne Middle is 429th of 469 and Wayne STEM Academy is 288th of 1,457 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).