Eblen Intermediate vs Lowe's Grove Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in North Carolina, United States, 338 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Eblen Intermediate
Asheville · Public middle · Grades 5–6
566 students
Lowe's Grove Middle
Durham · Public middle · Grades 6–8
564 students
| Measure | Eblen Intermediate Asheville, North Carolina | Lowe's Grove Middle Durham, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 10 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #247 of 469 | #455 of 469 |
| National rank | #11468 of 15,369 | #15118 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–6 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 566 | 564 |
| Enrollment | 566 | 564 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.3% | 99.5% |
| Students per teacher | 15.3 | 20.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 16% |
| city | Asheville | Durham |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Eblen Intermediate scores higher on the Success Index (US) (32.2 vs 9.7).
- •Eblen Intermediate does better on math proficiency (44% vs 16%).
- •Eblen Intermediate does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 27%).
- •Eblen Intermediate does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.3% vs 99.5%).
- •Eblen Intermediate does better on students per teacher (15.3 vs 20.1).
- •Eblen Intermediate is the larger school with 566 students compared with 564.
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 Eblen Intermediate better than Lowe's Grove Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Eblen Intermediate ranks higher (32.2 vs 9.7 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 Eblen Intermediate and Lowe's Grove Middle?
About 338 km in a straight line, between Asheville and Durham in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Eblen Intermediate: 566. Lowe's Grove Middle: 564. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Eblen Intermediate and Lowe's Grove Middle rank in North Carolina?
Eblen Intermediate is 247th of 469 and Lowe's Grove Middle is 455th of 469 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).