Emma B Trask Middle vs J E Holmes Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in North Carolina, United States, 298 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Emma B Trask Middle
Wilmington · Public middle · Grades 6–8
611 students
J E Holmes Middle
Eden · Public middle · Grades 6–8
612 students
| Measure | Emma B Trask Middle Wilmington, North Carolina | J E Holmes Middle Eden, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #145 of 469 | #356 of 469 |
| National rank | #9007 of 15,369 | #13531 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 611 | 612 |
| Enrollment | 611 | 612 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.5% | 99.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 17.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 49% | 30% |
| city | Wilmington | Eden |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Emma B Trask Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.7 vs 21.5).
- •Emma B Trask Middle does better on math proficiency (49% vs 30%).
- •Emma B Trask Middle does better on reading proficiency (51% vs 35%).
- •Emma B Trask Middle does better on students per teacher (14.9 vs 17.0).
- •J E Holmes Middle is the larger school with 612 students compared with 611.
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 Emma B Trask Middle better than J E Holmes Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Emma B Trask Middle ranks higher (43.7 vs 21.5 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 Emma B Trask Middle and J E Holmes Middle?
About 298 km in a straight line, between Wilmington and Eden in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Emma B Trask Middle: 611. J E Holmes Middle: 612. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Emma B Trask Middle and J E Holmes Middle rank in North Carolina?
Emma B Trask Middle is 145th of 469 and J E Holmes Middle is 356th of 469 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).